Toledo City Paper 11/19/14

FREE • GOOD FOR TWO WEEKS November 19 - December 2

E N I W DE I U G p 13

PERMIT

PuzZles SMALL BUSINESSES, CITY INSPECTORS AND THE MISSING PIECES

VOTE! p41

MAKING THE SEASON BRIGHT MAKER’ S MART BRINGS 419 CHEER p 49

2014 HOLIDAY WISH LIST SEE INSIDE FOR LOCAL GIFTS p 25

2

November 19 • December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

3

GO ONLINE online exclusives

Marketplace changes

for more exclusives www.toledocitypaper.com

UPDATES IN LOCAL BUSINESS Pumpernickel’s Deli & Cafe will open in mid-December at 2499 Collingwood Blvd. Owner Dennis Lange is reopening the deli (a popular city favorite from 1995-2005) right next door to Black Kite. The shop will offer homemade soups, build-your-own sandwiches, salads and from-scratch desserts (think rich pies and cheesecakes). 10am-3pm MondayFriday, Saturday breakfast hours TBA. The Elbo Room has a freshly-painted interior and is under new ownership at 3515 W. Alexis Rd. New pub fare menu items and nightly specials herald the return of one of Toledo’s long-standing restaurants. Open at 11am 419-472-8702 3515 W Alexis Rd. Winwell will open at 3324 Secor Rd., former location of Irish Eyes Pub on Friday, November 21. Co-owner Fernando Lopez says the unique restaurant and bar will feature fresh food, perfectly crafted cocktails and a variety of live entertainment with a modern vibe. Get updates at facebook.com/thewinwell.

Castle Photo, 5829 Monroe St. in Sylvania, is closed. The owners could not be reached for comment.

Another Time Furnishings is open at 115 W. Merry St., Bowling Green. The used furniture store carries classic pieces, from drop-leaf tables to cabinets and sofas. Consignments will be accepted.

10am-6pm Tuesday-Saturday. 419-3525660, anothertimefurnishings.com.

to member Please re t of Toledo� es “B s u te vo time! one more

C O L O R

C O N C E P T S

Come visit and see why we’re the best!

7<5;> ?> " -+( > /"?>(-> ! '+ A> ' " '>\>419.843.5600

4

Adams Street Publishing Co. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on your Black Friday list?

Publisher/Editor in Chief

Collette Jacobs (cjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) My couch and Netflix

Mark I. Jacobs (mjacobs@toledocitypaper.com) a wolverine victory in columbus

Editorial

Assignment Editor Kelly Thompson (editor@adamsstreetpublishing.com) A camera that is beyond my skillset Calendar Editor: Marisa Rubin (mrubin@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Money Digital Media Specialist: Saul Jacobs (saul@adamsstreetpublishing.com) televisions

A new jazz standard

Staff Writer: Athena Cocoves (athena@adamsstreetpublishing.com) gold-plated iced coffee travel cup

The Estar Cohen Project brings influences and local musicians together on their newest album.

by Kelly Thompson

Contributing Writers: Emily Remaklus, Chris Watson, Johnny Hildo, Jessica Miller, Melissa Krueger, Dorian Slaybod, Athena Cocoves, Jordan Killam, Christine Senack, Sue Lovett, Laura Kretz

No turducken for us

Art/Production

Creative Director : Margaret Kelly (mkelly@toledocitypaper.com) a furry Four legged creature

See unique recipes for Turkey Day from our staff and contributing writers.

by TCP STAFF

Senior Designer: Leah Foley (leah@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Bike for my son Production Manager: Brittney Koehl (adsin@toledocitypaper.com) Sleeping in and a late Breakfast Graphic Design: Chelsie Parton (Chelsie@adamsstreetpublishing.com) DVDs

Theater in review

The Stranahan and the Valentine both feature a seasonal classic.

by Jordan Killam

Contributing Designers: Ted Reichle, Stephanie Austin, Imani Lateef

Advertising

Sales Manager: Aubrey Hornsby (ahornsby@adamsstreetpublishing.com) one bourbon, one scotch, and one beer Sales Coordinator: Molly Davis (mdavis@adamsstreetpublishing.com) A tablet Account Executives: Sharon Kornowa (sharon@toledocitypaper.com) Absolutely nothingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t shop on Black Friday Sam Rotroff (srotroff@adamsstreetpublishing.com) Something special for my Mom

Photo by Doug Sampson

Betty Floored lays tile in the new home of Handmade Toledo.

Following progress

We welcome Handmade Toledo to the UpTown neighborhood for Makerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mart on Saturday, November 22, we checked in on the progress at 1717 Adams St. See also story on p. 49.

Lydia Schaefer (lydia@adamsstreetpublishing.com) A Babymoon Vacation Joseph South (jsouth@adamsstreetpublishing.com) A precision vinometer Ashley Nowak (anowak@adamsstreetpublishing.com) driving home from thanksgiving Susan Bigelow (sbigelow@adamsstreetpublishing.com) sleeping in, for sure

Administration

Accounting: Robin Armstrong (rarmstrong@toledocitypaper.com) Ziploc Space Bag Travel Set Distribution: Saul Jacobs (distribution@toledocitypaper.com)

Advertising/General Info

Dear Santa, I really, really, really, want red walls for Christmas.

K_\i\Ă&#x2039;j jk`cc k`d\%

Vol. 15 â&#x20AC;˘ Issue 22

Co-publisher/Chief Financial Officer

Fattyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Diner opened November 3 at 2633 Bancroft St., in what was previously the original Rickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s City Diner location.

Owned by Andrew Zepeda, former disc jockey at Star 105 (Andrew Z in the Morning), the new diner serves up American fareâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;sandwiches on homemade bread, salads, and brunch options. 6am-3pm daily. eatatfattys.com.

A Studio is open at 5725 Main St., Sylvania. The new clothing and accessories shop features fashionable clothing and home decor. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the second location opened by Annette and Mike Moriarty; the other is in Harbor Springs, MI. 231-8817097, facebook.com/AStudioSylvania.

November 19â&#x20AC;&#x201D; December 02, 2014

For advertising and general information, call 419/244-9859 or fax 419/2449871. E-mail ads to adsin@toledocitypaper.com. Deadline for advertising copy 2 p.m. Friday before publication.

Toledo City Paper subscriptions are available by mail for $28/quarterly or $75 per year at Toledo City Paper, 1120 Adams St., Toledo, Ohio 43604.

One copy free per person per week; extra copies $1 each. Persons taking copies for any reason other than personal use are subject to prosecution.

Letters to the editor must be limited to 300 words, are subject to editing, and should include the writerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s full name and phone number. Any letter submitted to the editor or publisher may be printed at the publisherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s discretion in issues subsequent to its receipt.

Wednesday, December 3

Š 2014 by Adams Street Publishing Co. All rights reserved. Reproduction in any form is prohibited without written permission of the publisher.

Also publishers of:

Member

Shop Local Artists at Boutique Night 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Saturday, December 6 Coffee with Santa 8:30am-11:30am

2UGBY $R s 4OLEDO /(

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

Audited by

facebook.com/toledocitypaper @TCPaper

pinterest.com/toledocitypaper

www.toledocitypaper.com

Holidays are coming.

Let us help you look your best!

LET’S COME TOGETHER

Ì Ê i «Êv> iÃÊL>ÌÌ }ÊV> ViÀÊ Ì ÃÊ `>ÞÊÃi>Ã

P “Belease st V vo et” te u ag s ain

YOU CAN WIN 1 of 2 BASKETS Ü ÀÌ

$240 i>V t

HOW TO WIN BASKETS UÊ >ÌiÊ>Ê «iÀ à >L iÊv `Ê Ìi Ê ÀÊV i> }Ê ÃÕ«« Þ°Ê£Êi ÌÀÞÊv ÀÊi>V Ê Ìi °Ê

>Ì ÃÊ} ÊÌ Ê } Ì }> iÃÊ >ÀÛiÃÌ

Wishing you a safe, healthy and happy holiday 419.885.4421

4801 N. Holland-Sylvania Rd. Sylvania, OH 43560

SylvaniaVET

YOUR PET DESERVES A FULL TIME VET

sylvaniavet.com

Micro-Chip I.D. Boarding Wellness Visits Grooming Spay and Neuter Critical Care

UÊfÓ°ääÊ` >Ìi`Êv ÀÊi>V Ê«À `ÕVÌ «ÕÀV >Ãi`Ê£x¯Ê vvÊ> Ê«À `ÕVÌà Drawing December 19, 2014 Let’s make a difference TOGETHER

Gift Cards HolidaysÊ Available are coming. v ÀÊ > À]Ê > ÃÊ

Let us help you > `Ê >ÃÃ>}i look your best!

ÓÈääÊ-Þ Û> >Ê ÛiÊUÊ/ i` ]Ê" Ê{ÎÈ£ÎÊUÊ­{£ ®Ê{ÇÓ £{x{

WE APPRECIATE YOUR VOTE FOR BEST PLASTIC SURGEONS!

Plastic Surgeons.

Real Real Results.

Arrowhead Plastic Surgeons NW Ohio’s Premier Cosmetic Surgeons

Laurence Baibak, MD, FACS C. Jeff Kesler, MD, FACS A. Thomas Dalagiannis, MD, FACS

arrowheadsurgeons.com www.toledocitypaper.com

November November 19 • December 19 • 02

5

ON THE

â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Tis the season to be duped

With Black Friday quickly approaching, the holiday shopping season has commenced. Every year, new schemes are designed to trick consumers out of millions of dollars. Dick Eppstein, president of the Toledo Better Business Bureau, will present on how to detect when your money is in danger and how to keep your finances and personal information safe. Learn how to protect yourself, how to report suspect business practices and which schemes are on the top of the list for 2014. Registration recommended. 6:30pm, Thursday, November 20. Rossford Public Library, 720 Dixie Hwy., Rossford. 419-666-0924. rossfordlibrary.org.

The grounds up

HEadshot COMING

Molding the road to success

Celebrate the Glass Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s innovative community with StartUp Toledo as they welcome Tom Brady, founder and president of Plastic Technologies, Inc. During the November installment of these monthly presentations, Brady will discuss how he branched out on his own after years of employment at Owens-Illinois and focused his attention on plastics. Find out how he invented new ways of molding plastic, operates six thriving companies and maintains loyal and creative team members. 6:30pm Thursday, November 20. Manhattanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Restaurant, 1516 Adams St. startuptoledo.com.

MArgaret KElly

WHAtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s NEW and NOTEWORTHY

MARISA RUBin

RADAR Warm Man Winter

Not everyone is fortunate enough to keep warm during the winter season. With the expectation of yet another brutal winter, Toledo Loves Gloves recognizes warmth is just as essential as food and shelter.

Located at the corner of Adams and 13th Streets, a donation box decorated by Matt Taylor waits to be filled with donations of new or lightly used gloves. The collected gloves will be distributed to the less fortunate to warm up their winter blues. Also accepting donations of gloves, hats and scarves for men, women and children until January 5. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;MLR

Think. Train. Live Differently.

The coffee community has a mobile option in the works, one of the first in our area. The Flying Joe, an indie coffee shop in Perrysburg, began a Kickstarter campaign at the beginning of the month, with the goal of starting a coffee truck.

Reward levels range from free coffee and lattes from Actual Coffee (their local coffee supplier!) to t-shirts and other cool gear to help welcome another local business.

View their campaign and lend your support at kickstarter.com/projects/theflyingjoe until December 2. â&#x20AC;&#x201D; KT dar? ur ra on yo ssion â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s t a u Wh isc r the d @TCPApe Join low l o f and

FREE FITNESS ASSESSMENT

&1/2hr Massage 419.419.9928

embodywellness@live.com www.trainembody.com

We Buy, Sell or Consign

UĂ&#x160; Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;Â&#x2C6;Â&#x2DC;}Ă&#x160;Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x153;Â&#x153;Â&#x201C;Ă&#x160;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x2022;Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x152;iĂ&#x192;Ă&#x160;UĂ&#x160; Â&#x2026;>Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x20AC;Ă&#x192; UĂ&#x160; iĂ&#x153;Ă&#x160; >Ă&#x152;Ă&#x152;Ă&#x20AC;iĂ&#x192;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x160;-iĂ&#x152;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x160;UĂ&#x160;-Â&#x153;v>Ă&#x192; UĂ&#x160; VViĂ&#x192;Ă&#x192;Â&#x153;Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x2C6;iĂ&#x192;Ă&#x160; i`Ă&#x20AC;Â&#x153;Â&#x153;Â&#x201C;Ă&#x160;UĂ&#x160;-Ă&#x2022;Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x152;iĂ&#x192; Pick Up & Delivery Available

Expanding Home Concepts Mall Booth Rentals

6925 W. Central Ave.

­ Ă&#x2022;Ă&#x192;Ă&#x152;Ă&#x160;Ă&#x153;iĂ&#x192;Ă&#x152;Ă&#x160;Â&#x153;vĂ&#x160; V Â&#x153;Ă&#x20AC;`Ă&#x160;,Â&#x153;>`ÂŽ {ÂŁÂ&#x2122;°n{£°{Ă&#x2C6;Ă&#x2C6;Ă&#x17D;Ă&#x160;UĂ&#x160;­n{£° " ÂŽ VÂ&#x153;Â&#x2DC;Ă&#x192;Â&#x2C6;}Â&#x2DC;Â&#x2C6;Ă&#x152;Â&#x2026;Â&#x153;Â&#x201C;iJ}Â&#x201C;>Â&#x2C6;Â?°VÂ&#x153;Â&#x201C;

6

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

at the

Natural Science Technology Center Next to the Toledo Botanical Gardens

December 6th 12 - 4 pm

• Various demonstrations • Food and fun • Meet and touch live animals • Holiday wreaths and decorations $5 or $7 • Make and take ornaments • Donate a canned good for our food drive

FREE Co

mmunity Event!

Check out some of TPS’ Career Tech opportunities!

5561 Elmer Dr. • Toledo, OH 43615 • 419-671-1800

ting us Thank you for vod Throat n Best Ear, Nose a s in a row! r Doctors two yea BOARD CERTIFIED Oliver H. Jenkins, M.D. Christopher B. Perry, D.O.

In Office

Specializing in Allergy, Nasal, and Sinus Disorders

419-724-8368 5800 Park Center Court 3UITE # s 4OLEDO /HIO

Toledo Clinic ENT

SINUS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE

ToledoClinicENT.com ToledoRhinoplasty.com www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

7

???

Doubting Dennis

Rethinking the Collins Administration

by Johnny Hildo

“No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main.”

-- Poet and philosopher John Donne Here we go again. Collins vs. Council.

We’ve lost track of which round this one is.

The latest dust-up came just before Unca Dennis released his proposed budget for fiscal year twenty fifteen. Council sez Hizzoner left it to them to figger out how to fund parks and recreation, and especially swimming pools. Councilman Steven Steel, Chair of the Parks ‘n Rec Committee, called it an abdication of responsibility. Councilman Jack Ford woke up long enough to deliver one of the most excoriating zingers in recent memory. “Da Mayor gave us a challenge,” said Sleepy Jack. “I say we slap him in the face wid’ it.”

Unca Dennis cried foul. “No, I reely, reely wanna just get along and work together wid’ the Honorable Council,” he whined, pointing to a couple memos his office sent to all the Council members.

Heck, they was printed on offishul letterhead, so they must be impotent. And they even carried a facsimile signature of Unca Dennis his own self!

The memos in dispute said, directly and unequivocally, that Unca Dennis reely, reely wants to just get along and work together wid’ the honorable Council on figgering out a way to fund parks and rec.

Shouldn’t that be enough to prove it’s so?

Well, no, prolly not, sez Councilwoman Lindsay Webb. Mebbe a direct phone call requesting a mano a mano sit-down would be a bit more effective, said Lindsay.

She then slammed Da Mayor for a general lack of communication with Council.

Seems Unca Dennis has chosen the replacement for retiring Police Chief Moten, and Webb found out through the media source of record.

This has been a running theme since the Aquacaplypse of Twenty Fo-teen in August. Council members heard all about it, but not from the horse’s mouth, that is, on the radio and tee-vee. Unca Dennis made it all better, though. He hired a new lovely spokes model. She now routinely includes members of Council on all media advisories. Check ur faxes, fellas, there might be sumpin’ brewin’.

Three strikes, and yer out

Just add this to the lengthening list of problems with the Collins Administration.

One listed item is the lack of a coherent program, such that this week we’re flying out of Toledo Express, next week it’s too expensive. This week we’re refusing to hire smokers, next week we forgot all about it. Another is the ragtag gaggle of roustabouts that populate Hizzoner’s Administration. Most are Carty retreads,

8

November 19 • December 02

and after a few shakeups pretty much all are old white guys.

Then there’s the lack of communication, or at least perceived lack. Unca Dennis thinks communication by memos should be enough. What exact action would be indicated by said memos is another question. And media advisories can’t answer follow-up questions. To what might we attribute the three horns of the Collins Administration dilemma, the scattershot policy, the lack of communication, the lessthan-awe-inspiring stable of stiffs?

At the risk of being redundant, we’d say it’s completely predictable when you elect a self-styled curmudgeonly “Independent” who thinks somehow standing alone is a badge of honor. Now he’s so alone he’s completely out in left field.

Make no mistake. Mikey P. Bell Bottoms called himself an “Independent” as Mayor, but by and large, that was so the lifelong Democrat could curry favor with the R-leaning business community.

Mikey mostly subscribed to Democratic principles, had long-established relationships with D elected and operatives, and regularly rubbed elbows at high profile events, political and otherwise. Even as an independent, Bell Bottoms was a part of the main.

Lonely and blue

Unca Dennis, not so much. On Council he took great pride in telling everyone within earshot how they were wrong and why he was right. Stuff that doesn’t tend to win friends and influence people. He has worn his independence on his sleeve throughout public life, shunning partisan politics to “stay above the fray.” That might sound romantically appealing. No Party bosses to please, no ideology to follow, just a hard-hitting man-o’-the-peeps!

In reality, it means no considered philosophy, no alliances, no well-honed vetting process. No hanging around at Party functions, no relationships built. Instead, ticking off folks from all Parties equally. Just one man, an island entire of itself. And just as effective at administering a city as an island might be.

See, if Unca Dennis had claimed a Party affiliation, we’d know in broad strokes what he stands for. Regardless of which Party. We’d also know what sorts of folks he hangs out with, and have a hint about who might join his administration. He’d have built relationships and could communicate easily. And he would have been through a vetting process that might humble him and cause him to respect the need for working together.

Instead, we have the implosion that is the Collins Administration. And now the real fight over the budget begins.

Heaven help us all.

www.toledocitypaper.com

www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

9

Ink and Iron and The Moxie are two of several new additions to downtown Toledo this year.

P ERMI T

Puzzles

SMALL BUSINESSES, CITY INSPECTORS AND THE MISSING PIECES

by Jordan Killam and Kelly Thompson | Photography by Marisa Rubin

T

oledo’s small business owners have varied experiences in the startup process. While some open without much difficulty, others wait months for the go-ahead from city officials. In some cases, social media campaigns for highly anticipated ventures are underway for weeks, despite an uncertain opening date. Crowdfunding sites pop up, soliciting community help. Construction progress inspires excitement about what’s to come. Then…nothing. Social media updates fizzle.

Contractors are absent from the site. Local residents wonder: what happened?

Often, business owners are not aware of existing city regulations before starting the project, or they lack necessary capital and documentation. Miscommunication between city departments and an overwhelming number of requests can cause long delays, frustrating hopeful business owners waiting for approval.

differing opinions Michael Klein, owner and artist at Ink and Iron Tattoo Parlour (1505 Adams St.), had a positive experience when opening his business in August. “I really

10

had no opposition from the city at all,” he said. “During the water crisis (a busy time for city government), the inspector took time out of his schedule to drive down to the shop and do a walkthrough . . . he helped me make sure that all of my proverbial ducks were in a row.”

A tattoo parlor requires a health inspection, but because it isn’t an eatery and was an antiques store just months before, it was a good place to begin his business.

In Klein’s case, choosing a spot that didn’t need much renovation to bring the space up to code allowed him to open Ink and Iron within a few weeks.

And this is essential, according to the Lucas County Health Department’s Supervisor of Food Safety Joshua Niese. He has seen countless new business owners approach the Department without plans in place, expecting to open quickly and on schedule. By law, the Health Department has 30 days to approve new plans. “I want our small businesses to succeed, because that benefits all of us,” he said. “But we also have to absolutely make certain that the public will be safe.”

Aggie Alt, owner of future arthouse pub The Moxie (1205 Adams St.), is just four blocks from Ink and Iron, but her experience is vastly different from Klein’s. She said issues in trying to open her business have stemmed from legalities, citing a lack of communication between

November 19 • December 02

different agencies and inconsistent information regarding requirements as her biggest obstacles. “The Inspection Department doesn’t seem to be aware of the Health Department’s regulations or process,” she said. “It feels as though the finish line depends on who you’re talking with at what time.”

Alt suggested a practical solution to alleviate future delays: Appointing a city ombudsman, or creating a written checklist of requirements from all necessary city agencies that could steer a prospective new business owner through the opening of a new venture.

The agonizing process of opening the Moxie, now 14 months and counting, has left Alt feeling burnt out. “Unfortunately, I can’t say I would encourage people to open a business in Toledo,” she said. “As the old saying goes, ‘If I knew then what I know now…’ There is so much creativity and talent in Toledo and the growth potential is here, but the cost and stumbling blocks seem to make it so only the very rich and very connected can open a business.”

Scott Biddle, vice president of Marketing and Promotions at Black Cloister Brewery, had a smoother experience. “Opening a brewery is much

www.toledocitypaper.com

“There is so much creativity and talent in Toledo and the growth potential is here”

more involved than opening up, say, a used clothing store. We need licensing and approval from city authorities all the way up to the federal level,” Biddle explained.

Biddle’s new venture, one of several anticipated new businesses near Fifth Third Field, has led to an experience with city officials that has been “very positive.” He also alluded to the waiting game that seems to plague many new business owners, saying, “The bureaucratic aspect of opening Black Cloister has indeed been one of our largest hurdles, in the sense of both the scrutinizing detail necessary and the duration of time elapsed while information changes hands.” While he and his team had unreasonable expectations about how soon they could open for business, it didn’t destroy morale. In fact, he viewed it as a valuable learning experience and worthwhile adventure. The brewery plans to open in February 2015 at 619 Monroe St.

inspections and delays “I think it’s important for anyone thinking about opening a small business to understand that it’s not for the faint of heart,” said Ashleigh Tresso, owner of Bumble Olive Oil Company, recently relocated from Franklin Park Mall to Cricket West in West Toledo. “I found a real disconnect in how all city departments work with one another and how difficult is was to work between them all. I was told a specific step in the process would take a week to schedule, and if I’d known it was going to take the time the city told me plus two to four weeks longer, we could have been better prepared,” she explained. As evidenced by Alt’s account above, Tresso’s experience isn’t unique.

For perspective, Toledo’s Division of Building Inspection (one of two divisions within the Department of Inspections, along with the Code Enforcement Division) is responsible for tracking roughly 45 types of permits, and on average, processes more than 15,000 permits every year. According to Sandy Spang, at-large city council member, this division has less than half the number of employees now than it did when Spang opened her own business—South Toledo’s Plate 21 coffee shop —in 2006. “They’ve gone from 36 employees to 13 since then. And now that the economy is recovering from the 2008, 2009 recession, I’m sure that they’re overwhelmed,” she said.

— Aggie Alt, Owner, The Moxie

Responding to questions about hurdles encountered by prospective business owners interfacing with the Division of Building Inspection, Zervos insisted that the agency’s goal is to interact with all customers fairly, professionally and expeditiously. “The problems that businesses encounter are often from lack of preparation, for example, a design professional who has not correctly identified or has omitted details of the work to be performed. This generates a correction letter, which consumes time. A skilled design professional (an architect or engineer) can move a project along from the onset,” he said.

Spang agreed with Zervos, stating “when new business owners don’t have a lot of money, it’s to their benefit to invest in design, and in architectural drawings . . . it can save serious money later.”

Time is money Shineology is a juice and smoothie shop slated to open in downtown Toledo by owner Ashima Rae, who also chose a downtown building for her new business.

Like Tresso, she cited disorganization within city offices as the main reason why her doors have yet to open to the public. “In order to get to the permit stage of your project, you must have all of your equipment in place, an architect’s stamped drawings of the space and everything in it, and your plan approved by the health department,” Rae explained. “What this means is, you have a huge overhead lingering in rent, utilities, expensive equipment and accounts, while you wait for the Building Inspection Department to approve your plans.”

Rae also stated that she encountered “major disorganization, miscommunication, staffing blunders, lost documents, requests for forms or payments that were already submitted, and total lack of concern and compassion for the small business owner.” When Rae received a letter indicating her site plan needed to be corrected, she encountered friction when the Building Inspections Department refused to speak with her and only with her architect. She estimates having spent more than $4,000 in architect fees on her 500 sq. ft. space, which she claims needed no alterations to begin with.

Shineology is still not open for business. “They have left me sitting on [thousands of dollars] of investment for over four months. I have rent, utilities and equipment to pay for and no income (from the business) to pay for it.

“There’s no one person designated to assist you through the process. Each person takes your money and checks you off their list and then leaves you hanging to figure out on your own what your next move should be. Even the people that are there to answer questions give you the wrong information.

No two people in the office give you the same answer.

They have pointed me in the wrong direction more than once, resulting in even more time wasted,” Rae said. Like Alt, she feels there should be a specific office or contact person who provides new business owners with organized and detailed information about the process, and what is expected.

But a solution to this problem is in the works.

Along with advising small business owners to utilize the resources of the SBDC (Small Business Development Center), SBA (Small Business Administration) and SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives), councilmember Spang also mentioned her current project, advocating for a “small business navigator” within the Division of Economic Development. This ‘navigator’ would have a single, valuable job—to guide new entrepreneurs through the process, point them to valuable resources and advise them on how to avoid common pitfalls.

Continued on p12

Planning ahead Multiple business owners have expressed problems working with the City of Toledo’s Department of Inspection, and most are unaware of the role this department plays in helping new businesses get off the ground.

“We approve the plans and inspect the construction of new and renovated buildings that businesses will occupy,” Zervos said. “A number of other city agencies are also involved, which can make the process seem convoluted. We offer pre-plan review and pre-construction consultations to identify any potential hurdles, because Toledo buildings require a more creative approach to re-purposing than the newer, suburban buildings,” he explained.

www.toledocitypaper.com

Black Cloister Brewer plans to open in February 2015.

November 19 • December 02

11

Continued from p. 11

funding advice City agencies aren’t the only ones who interact with new business owners. Commercial lenders are often needed to help pave the way to open doors and ringing cash registers. Perhaps many would-be entrepreneurs are scared off by the start-up capital and collateral requirements needed to secure it. Todd Hoyt, senior vice president of Commercial Lending at Waterford Bank commented, “In time, crowdfunding will be a great vehicle to assist entrepreneurs in raising capital, but we haven’t seen a great deal of that.

Bank financing with programs through the Small Business Administration is the most prevalent way of financing.”

He cited the estimated 80 percent failure rate for new businesses in the first year of operations, which

he says increases risk in this type of lending. He recommended that entrepreneurs raise plenty of capital when starting a new venture. “Owners need to be able to persevere if there is a delay in approval or some other type of unplanned event,” he insisted. To prevent being denied a loan, Hoyt said that a well-crafted business plan should be reviewed with trusted advisors— banker, accountant and attorney. “Running a successful business is not for everyone. Look in the mirror and be honest about your skills. Where you are lacking make sure you have those areas covered,” he concluded.

an agency to assist Some of the business owners featured in this piece mentioned a desire for an ombudsman to help them navigate through the business start-up process. The Small Business Development Center (SBDC), hosted by the Toledo Chamber of Commerce, just may serve

About the Small business development center The SBDC encourages its clients to take advan-

section of the program is also dedicated to teach-

tage of the programming offered through the Cham-

ing would-be business owners about incentives

ber of Commerce. They can even conduct market

and funding programs.

research for you after your business is up and running to make sure you stay relevant. All of this is free of charge.

One SBDC resource, a $10 monthly class, “Chart-

Aspiring entrepreneurs should enroll in “Charting Your Course” to see if they really did their homework. If it all checks out, they are encouraged to sign up for free, confidential counseling.

ing Your Course,” serves as a Business 101 session,

It is guaranteed that none of the business ideas

guiding entrepreneurs from ideation to activation.

discussed in counseling sessions will be shared.

Important topics like market development and financial information (taxes, deductions, etc.) are included. A

12

300 Madison Ave., Ste. 200. 419-243-8191, sba.gov.

November 19 • December 02

as that beacon to hopeful entrepreneurs seeking knowledge. The SBA and SCORE are two other agencies that provide assistance to small business owners.

“Our role at the SBDC is to provide no-cost confidential counseling and business development services to any business with under 250 employees, which is considered a small business by federal standards,” said Colleen Kardasz Campbell, International Trade Assistance Center director and SBDC program manager.

The key is to approach the SBDC in the beginning, before you’ve invested in real estate. They offer pre-launch counseling, helping their clients compose, edit, and adjust a business plan in a way that looks favorable in the eyes of lenders. Campbell also warns that although the SBDC is an excellent resource, “There’s no silver bullet to starting a small business.” It’s hard work. It’s understanding that there’s always going to be external factors. Each business is different because each person is different. The SBDC can give you the best resources that Toledo has to offer to give you a chance of having that successful business.”

real solutions Councilwoman Spang’s passion, and one of her missions on council, is to better the climate for small business in our city. “It’s why I got into city politics in the first place,” she said. Spang informed us that the city is currently in the process of moving the Division of Inspections under the umbrella of the Division of Economic Development, and that the Division of Code Enforcement—what she referred to as “the blight arm of the city offices”— will be moved to the Department of Neighborhoods. “[This move] will create greater sensitivity, and hopefully make the divisions more user-friendly,” she explained.

“For business owners, the inspectors are the only representation of the city. Inspection promotes public safety, and so it’s absolutely crucial . . . but they also have to be willing to work together with small businesses to come up with more creative solutions to problems,” Spang said.

www.toledocitypaper.com

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

WINE GUIDE

Majestic Oak Winery 13554 Mohler Rd., Grand Rapids, OH 419-875-6474, majesticoakwinery.com

What do you enjoy about wine?

It brings people together. The diversity of people we meet continues to surprise and inspire us.

In your opinion, what’s the best pairing your establishment offers?

Wine and vines. Our winery offers a comfortable atmosphere where you can roam the vineyard, relax with a glass of wine and escape from the stress of everyday life.

How have your wine tastes evolved over time?

We continue to experience new wines, blends and pairings. We don’t think it will ever end, and that is the great thing about wine.

What’s your current favorite bottle, and why?

Maybe you’d like to step outside of your white zinfandel comfort zone, or perhaps you already know the ins and outs of vino. For this year’s Wine Guide, we talked with several experienced Toledo-area business owners about their take on the old art, from ordering to tasting to wine country and back again.

Currently it is our Cayuga White. It has a fresh, light citrus flavor that is fun. Our customers agree, and it has quickly become a favorite.

What’s a good rule of thumb for ordering wine?

Life is short. Order what you like, not what someone thinks you should drink. There are so many different types—try them all.

SEE FULL INTERVIEWS ONLINE AT TOLEDOCITYPAPER.COM

Continued on p. 14

Doug & Laura Rufenacht

Photos by MichaelNemeth.com

Owners, Majestic Oak Winery

www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

13

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

Continued from p. 13

! ! !

! " #

Jules Wilkins

General Manager Firepit Grille

Firepit Grille 7723 Airport Hwy., Holland 419-724-4441, firepitgrille.com

Representing 50 wines from all over the Mediterranean.

Lebanese Wines Include:

Try OUR Sangria Famous

s #HATEAU +EFRAYA ,ES "RETECHES s +SARA 2ESERVE $U #OUVENT s #HATEAU +EFRAYA #OMTE DE -

Wishing you a safe and Happy Holidays from

What do you enjoy about wine?

Wine is relaxing and enjoyable. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great by itself or paired with foods. Either way its to be enjoyed.

How have your wine tastes evolved over time?

As you mature and your palate expands, I think your sophistication grows and your tastebuds evolve with flavors, aromas and spices.

In your opinion, whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the best pairing your establishment offers?

Nothing like a grilled steak with a glass of 14 Hands Merlot, or baked brie with a buttery Chardonnay.

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your current favorite bottle, and why?

Cakebread Chardonnay--love its buttery, pear notes. Black Stallion Cabernet is full-bodied, has some caramel & blackberry notes, and pairs great with steak.

&

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good rule of thumb for ordering wine?

Order by what you like...not all expensive wine is the best!

Steal: Dreaming Tree Red Blend Crush, a smooth blend of merlot and zinfandel, $7/glass Deal:

Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc. Light and refreshing with a citrus finish, $9/glass

Unreal: Black Stallion Cabernet Sauvignon, 100% Napa Cabernet from the Silverado Trail. $12/glass

Continued on p. 16

14

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

Photos by MichaelNemeth.com

Hillside Winery

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

15

Photos by MichaelNemeth.com

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Continued from p. 14

Gus Mancy

Partner, Mancy’s Steakhouse

Mancy’s Steakhouse 953 Phillips Ave. 419-476-4154 mancys.com

What do you enjoy about wine?

Wine is the perfect complement to a great dinner.

In your opinion, what’s the best pairing your establishment offers?

Mancy’s Steakhouse offers almost 200 types of wine stored at cellar temperatures, and they’re modestly priced. That is our best pairing.

How have your wine tastes evolved over time?

They have become more broad over time! I really enjoy many kinds of wine.

What’s your current favorite bottle, and why?

Molly Docker Carnival of Love Shiraz. Currently, it’s offered by the glass at Mancy’s Steakhouse for $25. It’s an extraordinary wine at a awesome value, and it’s kept in our new wine cuvenee system which keeps the wine fresh.

What’s a good rule of thumb for ordering wine?

Ask for a taste before you buy the glass!

STEAL:

Antigal, UNO, Cabernet Sauvignon, Argentina , $15 retail.

Rich, lush Cabernet that outperforms at this price.

DEAL:

Chateau Blaignan, Cru Bourgeois, Medoc, France, 2009 great wine with our steak! $26 retail

UNREAL: Sine Qua Non,

The Naked Truth Grenache, Central Coast Calif., 2005. Their Grenache is amazing. $500-$750 if you can find it!

Continued on p. 18

16

November 19 • December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

What do you enjoy about wine?

I enjoy wine because every bottle is a surprise.

No two vintners or vintages are going to be the same, so every year the market changes in new and different ways. The other enjoyable aspect of wine comes from its versatility; pairing a Cabernet with a steak or a Chardonnay with some crab will bring out subtleties and nuances to light that would otherwise go unnoticed.

In your opinion, whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the best pairing your establishment offers?

The best dry wine pairing I can imagine in our store is the 90+ Malbec with our dark chocolatecovered Michigan cherries. The bitter flavors of the dark chocolate and tart cherries on the palate with a generous sip of 90+ Malbec balance each other out perfectly. For a sweet wine drinker, I would highly recommend the Centorri Moscato dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Pavia with a nice gingerbread cookie.

Justin Cabernet, for the simple fact that for the shelf price versus the quality of wine you are getting makes it a relative steal.

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good rule of thumb for ordering wine?

Jonah Whitaker,

When ordering wine in a restaurant or bar, I suggest sticking to the wine that you know best and trust the most. Wine menu prices are a fair amount more than what you would pay at the store, so it is not worth the risk to spend an inflated price on a glass of wine that is not right for you. Save your adventurous attitude for the storeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;if nothing else, you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pay an over-the-top price for a bottle that you are not sure about.

Spirits Manager, Flicks Package Liquor Inc.

Flicks Package Liquor Inc. 3320 Sterns Rd., Lambertville, MI 734-854-2000, flicks4fun.com

Photos by MichaelNemeth.com

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your current favorite bottle, and why?

Coming in 2015: '$ $,+ .,1+#',& .$3$.4

UPCOMING EVENTS

Give the gift of local wine this Holiday Season!

Live Music Every Weekend

Less than 30 minutes from Downtown Toledo!

,')$. # . +# -(#/

(+ .,2(#$+"$ 3- +$ . $ -,)(/

www.toledocitypaper.com

Hook, Wine and Dinner ,2$*!$. 0' 5 -* )) 4 (+$ /0(+& +# (/' .4 Soup and Sandwich Friday ,2$*!$. /0 5 -* /0 &(,)( ,1- 0 )( + $$% +#3("' Taco and Open Mic Thursdays 2$.4 '(.# '1./# 4 5 -*

majesticoakwinery.com November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

17

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

La Scola Italian Grille

Continued from p. 16

5375 Airport Hwy., 419-381-2100 lascolaitaliangrill.com

In your opinion, what’s the best pairing your establishment offers?

Our list is 85 percent Italian wines. So I would say all of our Italian reds and whites with our whole menu.

What’s your current favorite bottle, and why?

Shafer Relentless (a Syrah/Petit Syrah blend), because I think it is the perfect bottle, handsdown.

Moussa Salloukh

Partner/Chef, La Scola Italian Grille

Photos by MichaelNemeth.com

Have you traveled to wine country?

I have been fortunate enough to spend two weeks in Italy, spending time with the actual wine-makers that I have on my list at La Scola.

What I took away from the experience is the passion that they have for the wine they make and the life they live. They are very laid back and take life slowly; it was refreshing.

What’s a good rule of thumb for ordering wine?

I order what I think is going to compliment my meal.

Degage Jazz Cafe 301 River Rd., Maumee 419-794-8205 degagejazzcafe.com

What do you like about wine?

It’s relaxing and tasty. And there is always something to learn about wine every day!

In your opinion, what’s the best pairing your establishment offers?

Hensley Napa Cabernet. It has a slight smoke finish to pair with our Ribeye or our Filet & Smoke, which is finished on a cedarwood plank.

How have your wine tastes evolved over time?

I’ve started out liking big, bold red wines, but now I can appreciate nice white wines and exotic red grapes.

Leviathan 2011 California Red Wine; a Cabernet - Syrah - Cab Franc - Merlot blend.

It is very complex and bold. You can taste the layer of grapes. It’s fruit-forward with a French oak finish.

What’s a good rule of thumb for ordering wine?

Ask for a taste. You don’t have to go for the most expensive bottle. There are fantastic mid-range wines out there. Ask your waiter or bartender for advice.

18

November 19 • December 02

Jordan Jaehn

Restaurant Manager, Degage Jazz Cafe

www.toledocitypaper.com

Photos by MichaelNemeth.com

What’s your current favorite bottle, and why?

Photos by MichaelNemeth.com

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

Peter & Paula Brown Owners, Paula Brown Shop

Paula Brown Shop 912 Monroe St. 419-241-8100 paulabrownshop.com

What do you enjoy about wine?

(Peter): Primarily the health benefits, but good wine tastes great, too. Wine is so interesting.

Some wineries are still traditional, then there are others, like Bonny Doon (in Davenport, CA), who are making wine outside of the box. You also have established wineries doing the unexpected.

I’ve been fortunate to have access to many wines, since we’re in the trade. I’ve become a real fan of rich, bold zinfandels. On the other hand, I am equally drawn to sparkling wines, specifically champagne. Both champagne and zinfandels are under-appreciated. Champagne is one of the most food -friendly wines. Zins are so good with red meats, like steaks or hamburgers.

What’s your current favorite bottle, and why?

Anything from the Ridge Winery (Sonoma County, CA). Specifically, my favorite is their Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon. Every year, Ridge produces great wines, and the Monte Bello is their best. For special occasions, we will open a bottle for family and friends.

Have you traveled to wine country?

We have visited Napa and Sonoma several times. Every trip has been better than the last.

Being in the trade, we have had the chance to learn about wines first-hand, from the producers themselves, and this is so valuable. These interactions help us to educate our customers.

Steal: La Linda Malbec, $11.99 Deal: Hamilton Russell Vineyards Chardonnay, $28.99 (consistently ranked as one of the top wines in the world)

Unreal: Ridge Monte Bello Cabernet Sauvignon, $165.00

www.toledocitypaper.com

Neal Kovacik,

General Manager, Rockwell’s Steak House

Photos by MichaelNemeth.com

How have your wine tastes evolved over time?

Rockwell’s Steak House 27 Broadway St., 419-243-1302, mbaybrew.com What do you enjoy about wine?

Wine is relaxing and pairs well with many foods.

In your opinion, what’s the best pairing your establishment offers?

Girard Petit Sirah with Colorado Porterhouse Lamp Chops.

What’s your current favorite bottle, and why?

Opus One because I enjoy the smoothness and flavor.

Have you traveled to wine country?

Oh yes—2Napa offers the best of America, wine, glassware, china, seafood, beef and veggies.

What’s a good rule of thumb for ordering wine?

Regardless of what you have heard, order what you like and know and are comfortable with.

November 19 • December 02

19

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

Photos by MichaelNemeth.com

Continued from p. 18

Kim McKnight and Christina Pettee

Marketing & Group Events Coordinators

Ye Olde Durty Bird 2 S. St. Clair St. 419-243-2473 yeoldedurtybird.com

In your opinion, what’s the best pairing your establishment offers?

photo by iheartsnapitphotography.com

At the moment, I would say our Lamb Burger grilled medium, topped with marinated Greek vegetables, tzatziki sauce and feta cheese, paired with Doña Paula Los Cardos Malbec from Mendoza, Argentina.

What’s your current favorite bottle, and why?

Ménage á Trois Merlot from California.

As the seasons change, I enjoy a nice medium red during the winter months.

Philip M Barone President, Rosie’s Italian Grille

Rosie’s Italian Grille 606 N. McCord Rd. 419-392-2812, rosiesitaliangrille.com

Yes, I have been to Sonoma California. Being there in the vineyards, really gave me a whole new respect and understanding for all wines.

Being there, I also got to experience every aspect of making and enjoying wine!

What’s a good rule of thumb for ordering wine?

I always look at where the wine comes from. Always sample the bottle before buying, and never hesitate to try a new vintage!

In your opinion, what’s the best pairing your establishment offers?

What’s your current favorite bottle, and why?

How have your wine tastes evolved over time?

Have you traveled to wine country?

Hands down, our grilled baby lamb chops paired with Mettler Cab is my favorite! But, our Old World crust pizzas and classic Italian pastas go great with the Piccini “Memora” red blend from Italy and the Villa Pozzi Nero d’Avola from Sicily. They are a close second for me.

I guess I’ve come a long way. My pallet has evolved to really enjoy the rich bodied reds and the jammy old-vine Zins which are abundant on my wine list.

20

Have you traveled to wine country?

November 19 • December 02

If it were my or my wife’s birthday I would choose Joseph Phelps Insignia, 2006 from Napa Valley. (But I wouldn’t tell Betsy what it costs.) This wine is deeply colored, flavors of black cherry, has great legs and finishes with well-balanced tannins.

I have had the great pleasure of traveling to Italy and Sicily several times and was lucky enough to get to visit Gabbiano, Antinori, and Castello Banfi. The rich history and true art of their craft in winemaking left me in awe and aching to return to these beautiful places.

www.toledocitypaper.com

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

Domo Sushi

6725 W. Central Ave. 419-214-0999 Facebook.com/DomoDomoSushi In your opinion, whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the best pairing your establishment offers?

I enjoy our Seared Tuna appetizer with La Crema Chardonnay. The woodiness of the wine walks a nice line between the freshness of the fish and the creaminess of the sauces.

How have your wine tastes evolved over time?

When I was younger, I used to think that reds were only for pasta, and whites were only for housecleaning! Now I wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think twice about pairing a nice Pinot Noir with a Hot Love roll, or a Pinot Grigio with a nice plate of sashimi.

Have you traveled to wine country? If so, what was your main takeaway from the experience?

I have, and I still canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get over the view from the hills over the vineyards. It is definitely a learning experience, and it taught me never to make assumptions about wine. Each one is truly unique.

Photos by MichaelNemeth.com

Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good rule of thumb for ordering wine?

Sarah Jane Littenberg

Manager/Bartender, Domo Sushi

I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know where I heard it, but I was once told never to buy a bottle of wine under $20 that had an animal on the label. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve stuck to it, and it hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t steered me wrong yet!

Steal: Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc, $30 Deal: Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc, $48 Unreal: Darioush Cabernet, $140 Continued on p. 22

1&3'&$5 -0$"5*0/ '03 '".*-: (&5 50(&5)&34 0''*$& 1"35*&4

Extensive Wine List Plan on us for your Holiday Parties and Catering LaScola gift cards make great holiday gifts.

Italian Grill

Reservations Available

LaScola Italian Grill 5375 Airport Hwy. | Near Reynolds

419.381.2100

Visit our menu online at www.lascolaitaliangrill.com www.toledocitypaper.com

-6/$) 41&$*"-4 t 46/%": #36/$) t )"11: )063 0'' "-- 8*/&4 #: 5)& (-"44 56&4 "'5&3 1. t "*31035 )8: t )0--"/% 0) '"$&#00, $0. '*3&1*5(3*--& t 888 '*3&1*5(3*--& $0.

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

21

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

Elias Hajjar

Continued from p. 20

Photos by MichaelNemeth.com

Owner, Poco Piatti

Poco Piatti

3155 Chappel Dr., Perrysburg 419-931-0281, pocopiatti.com In your opinion, what’s the best pairing your establishment offers?

Black Stallion Napa Cabernet and Grilled Baby Lamb Chops

What’s your current favorite bottle, and why?

Chateau Kefraya Comte D’M. Being Lebanese, I am partial to Lebanese wines, and this is the best.

Have you traveled to wine country?

I’ve been to Napa and Sonoma as well as the wine region in Lebanon. The biggest takeaway I would have from those regions is that it is no surprise that what comes from them tastes so good. They are some of the most beautiful places in the world.

What’s a good rule of thumb for ordering wine?

You should order wine like you order food. If you tend to try new food items, then push your envelope on the wine, too. If you tend to order more conservative or recognizable items, then go for wines you know as well. Either way, you won’t be disappointed.

OPE CHRIS N TMAS EVE NEW Y & EAR’S EVE

22

November 19 • December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

How have your wine tastes evolved over time?

Well, I can appreciate many different styles of winemaking, as well as many different varietals.

In your opinion, what’s the best pairing your establishment offers?

Photos by MichaelNemeth.com

It’s not about me; we offer literally something for everyone.

Have you traveled to wine country?

Yes. There are so many artists that grow, cultivate and develop the millions of different wines. Everyone thinks that winemaking is such a glamorous career path; it’s actually hard work, long hours, and hopefully Mother Nature smiles down upon them all the while.

What’s a good rule of thumb for ordering wine?

Throw away the books that tell you what you should drink with the type of meal that you are serving.

Simply drink what you like, when you like. Life is short.

Steal: 2010 Chateau Davril Bordeaux, a Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc blend

Matt Snyder

Deal:

2010 Alto Moncayo Veraton, 100% Garnacha, fantastic with roasted lamb!

Beer and Wine Guy, Veritas Cork & Craft

Unreal: 2010 Diamond Creek Bed Rock Terrace Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, an amazing bottle that can be cellared until 2015.

Veritas Cork & Craft 505 Jefferson Ave. (419) 214-9463 veritastoledo.com

Continued on p. 24

All this and so much more...

The Vincent Board Track Racer Red Wine 2012

Rodney Strong Estate Vineyards Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

Monday-Thursday: 9am - 10pm Friday-Saturday: 9am - 11pm Sunday: 10am - 7pm

flicks4fun.com www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

Burgdorf’s Perfection Michigan wine

Perrier Jouet 2004 belle époque champagne gift set bottle and glasses hand painted

734-854-2000 3320 W Sterns Rd Lambertville, MI 48144 Like us on Facebook!

23

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

Ashley Norris

Manager, Manhattan’s Restaurant

Manhattan’s Restaurant

1516 Adams St. • 419.243.6675 • manhattanstoledo.com In your opinion, what’s the best pairing your establishment offers?

I personally enjoy the Garnet Pinot Noir with our New York Strip. It pairs perfectly with the black garlic bordelaise that is drizzled over the braised wild mushrooms that come with the steak. The smell alone makes your mouth water!

How have your wine tastes evolved over time?

I hate to say it, but I’ve definitely gotten a little snobby when it comes to wine.

I’ve gotten spoiled working at a restaurant that has such great wine and has monthly tastings.

What’s your current favorite bottle, and why?

My current favorite wine is the Cyrus 2010 from Alexander Valley. Its a rich, complex wine with dark fruit notes, spice, oak, vanilla and cocoa. It pairs well with food and is very drinkable by itself.

What’s a good rule of thumb for ordering wine?

Be open minded, and know that the best wine is the wine you like.

This Holiday Season Discover the Magic at

ï Retail shop open @ 11am Monday-Saturday ï Lounge open @ 4pm ï Happy Hour 4-7pm Monday-Saturday

Shop our retail store for all your rare, hard to find wines & craft beers

ï Tapas style menu ï Full liquor

ï Craft beers on tap & in bottles

ï Wines by the glass or bottle

Gift Cards Available

veritastoledo.com facebook.com/veritastoledo

24

November 19 • December 02

Beer Tasting Tuesday 5:30-7:30pm Wine Tasting Wednesday 5:30-7:30pm

419-214-9463 505 Jefferson Ave. Toledo, OH 43604 (Located at the corner of Jefferson & Superior in the historic Commodore Perry Building)

www.toledocitypaper.com

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

City

Open for Lunch Everyday!

z

2014

List

Call us for your holiday catering!

PICK 3 SUN-MON 1 APP 1 ENTRÉE 1 DESSERT

PART II

Wine & Dine Tuesdays Bottle of Wine Appetizer 2 Entrees

Wino Wednesdays

or

THANKS FOR VOTING US BEST FOOD TRUCK! Happy Hour

Every day 3-7pm Bar Top Only

Bar Menu & Gourmet Pizzas

any bottle of wine $29 or more

a bottle $28 or less

Dining Room only Excluding House Wines

606 North McCord Rd. www.rosiesitaliangrille.com

419-866-5007

SUN-THURS: 11:30AM-9PM UÊFRI-SAT: 11:30AM-10:30PM

Doc Watson’s

BLACK FRIDAY and SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

.

Byrne Rd 1515 S. -6003 419-389 om nstoledo.c docwatso

The perfect present is time well spent with family and friends, and Doc Watson’s is a great spot to do just that. Stop in for a gift certificate and jumpstart that holiday cheer.

20% off all retail products ĕǍSpecial offers on pre-paid services RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL ��� GIFT CARD WITH EVERY ���� IN GIFT CARDS PURCHASED* *gift cards cannot be used the same day they are purchased.

GREAT GIFT IDEAS!

Continued on p. 26

Vote us Best of Toledo

(aesthetician & plastic surgeon) r

High Rolle

• Egg Omelet bster • Eel • • ix Tempura Lo m p • Scallo rab topping C g in K y ic Sp e on top Flying fish ro

6725 W Central Ave (at McCord) • (419) 214-0999 www.toledocitypaper.com

7d]_[ IYejj 7dZh[W IWbb[[ A[dZhW 9Whd_Yec :h$ CWhb[d[ 9$ M[bY^

6595 Secor Road, Lambertville MI 48144

734.568.6100

ia_dXo\WY[i$Yec facebook.com/FACESSkinHealthExperts November 19 • December 02

25

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Continued from p. 25

If you are looking for that perfect stocking stuffer, a treat for holiday guests or just a fun, tasty gift, Rachel Michael’s has what you are looking for. With a variety of sweet and and savory kernels and gift basket options, there is a perfect flavor of popcorn for every craving.

l’s e a h c i M l Rache et Popcorn Gourm

St. onroe M 5 0 53 m 00 orn.co 18-08 419-3 ichaelspopc rachelm Continued on p. 28

26

November 19 • December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

,ivÀià ÊUÊ,iÃÌ ÀiÊUÊ,i ÕÛi >ÌiÊUÊ,iÛ Ì> âiÊUÊ,i >Ý

PLEASE VOTE VENTURA’S BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT!

®

EST. 1984

VOTED THE BEST MARGARITA TWO YEARS IN A ROW!

OUR SERVICES INCLUDE

1, -ÊUÊ*

1, -ÊUÊ -ÊUÊ -- Ê UÊ " 9Ê7, *-ÊUÊ ""/Ê /"8ÊUÊ ,Ê-/9 -É1* "-Ê UÊ "/"8ÊUÊ / -- ÊUÊ* ,/ -

WWW.ESPRESTOLEDO.COM

/ " Ê/ -Ê Ê

1, Ê9"1,Ê 8/Ê6 - /Ê Ê , 6 Ê£ä¯Ê" t

VOTE US BEST SALON & SPA!

ëÀiÃà > Ã> `-«>/ i`

ÌÊ À> Ê*>À Ê > ÊUÊxää£Ê À iÊ-Ì°Ê-Õ ÌiÊ£ÇÓxÊUÊ{£ °{Ç£°£££ä

We’ve got the stuff(ing)!

And the bird...

MARGARITA TUESDAYS 11AM - 9PM $2.60 HAPPY HOUR DAILY 11AM - 6PM

HOW DO YOU LIKE YOUR MARG? 1/2 & 1/2 (choice of 2 flavors)

RED EYE

SPLASH OF FLAVOR MARG ADDED TO A REGULAR

PINK EYE

A SMALLER SPLASH OF FLAVOR MARG ADDED TO A REGULAR

UP FROZEN WITHOUT ICE

ORDER NOWN!GE

REGULAR

ON THE ROCKS THE VENTURA ORIGINAL!

FREE RA TURKEY Vegetarian fed Hormone free Fresh, frozen never

MAKE SURE YOU TRY ALL OUR MARGARITA FLAVORS

Looking for unique ingredients? WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED! sssssssssssssssssssssssss sssssssssssssssss

Locally owned and operated. We’ve bought locally for 80 years.

Sautter’s Markets www.toledocitypaper.com

SYLVANIA WATERVILLE 5519 South Main St. 9533 Waterville-Swanton Rd. 419.885.3505 419.878.7691

www.sauttersmarkets.com

REGULAR, STRAWBERRY, RASPBERRY, WATERMELON, CRANBERRY, BLUEBERRY, ITALIAN, MAUI, POMEGRANATE, PIÑA COLADA AND MANGO!

419.841.7253 7742 W. Bancroft (1 Mile West of McCord) VENTURASMEXICAN.COM HOURS MON - THURS: 11AM - 11PM | FRI -SAT: 11AM - MIDNIGHT | SUNDAY CLOSED

November 19 • December 02

27

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Continued from p. 26

GET SOME THING SWE HOLIDAYET THIS SEASON!

x{Ê* «ÃÊ Ûi°Ê/ i` ]Ê" ÊUÊ{£ ÇÓä ÇÎnÇUÊÜÜÜ°L Þ`ÃÀiÌÀ V> `Þ°V / ÕÀ\Ê££> Ç« ÊUÊ À \Ê££> n« ÊUÊ->Ì\Ê£ä> n« ÊUÊ Ãi`Ê-Õ `>Þ

a z z i P ’s o n Gi

567 472-3 7 9 1 4 466 56 St., 843-3 -690-4 onroe 9 9 M 1 1 4 1 4 , 8 39 e St., wood Monro ., North d R 5307 le il v Wood 2670 com o in lg s. origina

Special Event Destination À `> Ê- ÜiÀÃÊUÊ,i i>ÀÃ> Ê iÀà i À>L iÊ }ÊUÊ-i>ÌÃÊ{x ÀiiÊ*>À }ÊUÊ7 wÊUÊ"vv à ÌiÊ >ÌiÀ }

Gift Certificates Available 1516 Adams St., Toledo 419.243.6675 www.manhattanstoledo.com

A Toledo original, Gino’s offers housemade sauces and spice blends on their original pizzas, pastas and subs. Make a convenient meal even easier for those on your gift list this year with a gift certificate, or surprise them with a fresh pie.

Continued on p. 30

Bring in this coupon for an

$8 Tropical Storm Wash

(normally $10) •FREE industrial Strength Vacuum with every wash!

LOTS OF SPECIAL HOLIDAY GIFT PACKAGES!

•Retail Area - Items offered at cost • No Tipping

GIFTS AS LOW AS

$5 GREAT STOCKING STUFFERS!

(419) 725-9191

Find us on FB: Meyers Auto Wash

Mon - Sat: 8am - 8pm Sunday: 10am - 6pm 4340 HEATHERDOWNS BLVD. • MEYERSAUTOWASH.COM 28

November 19 • December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

GIF

FREE

$10 GIFT CARD when you buy a $50 gift card

+(0%/+*%+'*' ,*'' Dfeif\ Jk% 9fXi[nXcb GcXqX Kfc\[f# F? XZifjj k_\ jki\\k ]ifd ?fYYp CfYYp Xe[ e\ok kf :fjkld\ ?fc`[Xp ?flj\

www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

29

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Continued from p. 28

Christine

uth rr a C by s e l i m Garden S Waterville orth Ave., sw rn a F 1178 studio.com 2, carruth 1 4 -5 8 7 419-8

Timeless Boutique by Unique Fashions!

Come take advantage of our

'PAJAMA PARTY' EVENT! NOVEMBER 28th

This year, Carruth Studios is featuring the new â&#x20AC;&#x153;Distinguished Beastsâ&#x20AC;? collection from libby carruth krock, who now sculpts with her father, george. All products are handcrafted in stone, and each piece in the collection is $40, available instore or online.

Special prices and secret guests!

419-352-4427 124 W. Wooster, Bowling Green

ideal holiday gifts for the yogi or newbie to the health scene include yogawear or a gift card from Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Yoga! Get one in any dollar amount, good for retail or class packages.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Yoga

t. ichigan S 135 N. M om gatoledo.c 818, itsyo -5 4 3 -9 7 70

Continued on p.32

TWO GREAT STORES at

ONE CONVENIENT LOCATION s "ILLIARD 4ABLES s #USTOM "ARS s !IR (OCKEY s 4ABLE 4ENNIS s &OOSBALL 4ABLES

s 3HUFFLEBOARDS s %LECTRONIC $ARTS s 0OOL 4ABLE ,AMPS s #OUNTER 3TOOLS

s #LOTHING AND !PPAREL s &OOTBALL )TEMS s "ASKETBALL )TEMS s 0ET )TEMS s 'OLF )TEMS s "LANKETS (ATS

ge Herita 8â&#x20AC;&#x2122; y c a g e : L y Sale a d li Ho

6

$199

s *EWELRY s 0ENNANTS "ANNERS s &LAGS $ECALS s (OME $ECOR s 3IGNS -UGS

1412 Reynolds Road (Across from the New Kroger) â&#x20AC;˘ Maumee â&#x20AC;˘ 419-897-9916 30

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

Visit our 3 Locations this Holiday Season Downtown (Erie St.) â&#x2022;&#x2018; Levis Commons â&#x2022;&#x2018; Franklin Park Mall

https://retail.libbey.com

Your Intimacy Connection

?:; ?D?D= =K : * ' & Ă&#x160; ( J9F I ?7 Ă&#x2C6; Ă&#x2021;9EC; JHO J J7GK;H I ; 8 F K HKDD;H

SPICE THINGS UP

â&#x2014;?Lingerie â&#x2014;?Novelties tte â&#x2014;?Bachelore â&#x2014;?Fetish ing â&#x2014;?Role Play Airport Hwy

9410 Airport Hwy, Monclova, OH 43542

(419) 866-4994

2 miles east of Toledo Express airport

www.toledocitypaper.com

77DDDD??LL;;HH I

O;7H O O;7H II77JJKKHH::77O I77HHOO FF77H O J J H O DDEE

+& E<<

?D9BK:?D= 7BB :H?DAI

NEW HOURS Sun-Wed 10am-10pm, Thur 10am-1am Fri-Sat 10am-2am

S

1

;L;HOJ>?D=

Check us out on Facebook for Daily Deals and Updates

JESUSA ROJA

LL;;C C88;;HH ((((

Mariachi Band from 3pm - 8pm DJ Tony Rios 8pm - 1am

+)(- :EHH IJ" JEB;:E" E> *),'+ *'/Â&#x161;+)'Â&#x161;+)'( Ă&#x2021;B?A; KIĂ&#x2C6; ED <79;8EEA

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

31

SPECIAL SPECIAL ADVERTISING ADVERTISING SECTION SECTION Continued from p. 30

Swig

219 Louis ia 419-873 na Ave., Perrysb urg -6223, sw igrestaura nt.com

Satisfy your favorite carnivore, craft-brew lover or foodie with a gift card to Swig. Starting at $25, cards are available in denominations to $500.

Toledo Botanical Garden is an enriching, beautiful museum for exotic and natural plant species.

Membership helps keep the Gardens free for our community to enjoy, and members also receive premium prices on plants, free admission to many yearround events, and exclusive free or discounted admission to more than 280 gardens all over the country.

Toledo Bota nical

5403 E lm 419-53 er Drive 6-5566 , toledog arden.o rg

Garden

Continued on p. 34

32

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

GIFT CARDS! Buy $100 and get $20 FREE! Buy $50 and get $10 FREE!

SPECIALS Monday-

Check elcaminorealtoledo.com for specials

15% off yo

ur mea

with th

l

is ad

Tuesday$1 Tacos!

Wednesday-

Trivia Night $18 Margarita Pitchers

ThursdayLadies Night! $4 Margaritas

Vote El C amino for Best Mexican Restaura nt!

2500 West Sylvania Ave ● Toledo 2072 Woodville Rd ● Oregon

www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

33

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Continued from p. 32

Kyota Ka

entral Ave 6801 W. C070, kyotoka.com 419-841-2

Fresh sushi and sashimi, along with a delectable selection of asian entrees make Kyoto Ka a great choice for a pre-holiday get-together.

Continued on p. 36

(/4 s 34%!-9 s 37%!49

!CCEPTANCE !DVANCEMENT !WE

Please Vote for Us for Best Pizza for Best of Toledo!

The Original Gift Certificate 5 locations to serve you!

At Central Avenue 3981 Monroe St. Toledo, OH (419) 472-3567

34

Great Eastern Shopping Ctr. 2670 Woodville Rd. Northwood, OH 43619 (419) 690-4466

Suffolk Square Plaza 449 W. Dussel Dr. Maumee, OH 43619 (419) 897-4466

Monroe & Nantuckett 5307 Monroe St. Toledo, OH 43623 (419) 843-3567

OfďŹ cial Pizza of UT At Riverplace 26597 N. Dixie Hwy Perrysburg, OH 43551 Phone: (419) 874-9170

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

A sequence of 26 postures and 2 breathing exercises in a heated room.

GIVE THE GIFT OF HEALTH

WE OFFER GIFT CARDS AS WELL AS RETAIL ITEMS THAT MAKE GREAT GIFTS

BENEFITS s 0ROMOTES WEIGHT LOSS s %NHANCES MENTAL CLARITY AND FOCUS s 3TRETCH AND TONE MUSCLES s %LIMINATE TOXINS s 2EDUCE STRESS

ANYBODY CAN DO BIKRAM YOGA! Any...age, size, shape, or condition.

(567) 343-2298 BIKRAMYOGATOLEDO.COM 5107 MONROE ST. TOLEDO, OH 43623 www.toledocitypaper.com

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION

This Holiday Season We Gift You Buy 1 syringe of Restylane or Perlane & get an area of Dysport for FREE! 5

ff $50 o X BOTO

Ho Skinliday c Kitsare

*50 units = valued at $32

15%

off ALL Products in December

*Excludes Clarisonic

Buy a 5ml box of LATISSE and receive a 3ml for FREE! *Mail-in rebate

Gift Certificates Buy $100 Get $25 for FREE

O2 Facial Lift Friday’s Only $55

n o o ! s M r a e t th S d n a

Stop in, Call or visit Facebook for ALL of our Holiday Offers!

• Botox & Dysport • Cosmetic Fillers • Anti-Aging Products & Peels • Facials • Acne & Rosacea Treatment • Waxing • Hyperpigmentation • Pediatric Dermatology • Hair Loss • Mole Removal • Microdermabrasion • Annual Skin Cancer Exams

900 West South Boundary, BLDG 9A | Perrysburg, Ohio 43551 e-mail: info@mitchellderm.com | phone: 419.872.HOPE (4673) | website: www.mitchellderm.com www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

35

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Continued from p.34

Vote for us as B e for Best of T st Yoga Studio oled o 2014 !

Thanksgiving Event Wednesday Nov 26th 9:00-10:30am

An intense 90 minute BOOTCAMP All levels welcome!

Save the Date Dec 11th | 5:30-8:30pm SWEAT + SIP + SHOP

Holiday Shopping Event

P Card romot Every $100 gift card purchased through the Holidays earns a FREE extra $20!

Amazing holiday gift specials, happy libations and a FREE Barre/Yoga class!

Call or register online @ tonicmaumee.com (Space is limited)

Follow Us

(419) 794-4044

tonicmaumee.com 2221 River Rd., Maumee, OH 43537

Los Dos Gall os

ion!

Gift

Call or register online @ tonicmaumee.com (Space is limited)

5327 Do rr St. 419-531 -5312, faceboo k.com/lo sdosgall osjessie

Pilates Intro Special Two Private Pilates Appointments for $75

Voted runner-up for Best Taqueria by City Paper readers, Los Dos Gallos serves up authentic Mexican fare with no frills. Wish a friend or that special someone Feliz Navidad with a gift card or a night out.

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY Vote for Usâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;

BEST HOLISTIC HEALTH CENTER

NOVEMBER 19TH

YAEGERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SHOES 1 DAY ONLY SALE $10 OFF Every Shoe and Boot in Store

I;L;H7B >eb_ZWo FWYaW][i 7lW_bWXb[ =_\j#mhWff[Z" ?d#>eki[ =_\j 9[hj_\_YWj[i EH F[hiedWb_p[Z" Edb_d[ 9[hj_\_YWj[i 7lW_bWXb[ ed Ekh M[Xi_j[

2-Hour Holiday Package for only $99! )NCLUDES a /NE (OUR -ASSAGE AND a /NE (OUR &ACIAL

CLEARANCE DEPARTMENT

$30.00

Smartwool Socks

Buy 5 Get 1

All Shoes, Mensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; & Womensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

FREE

Thanks for Shopping Local

Make it a 3-Hour Spa Day including an Infrared Treatment and Foot Detox for Only $29 more!

I[h[d_jo >eb_ij_Y H[jW_b Ijeh[ DEM ef[d ,ANCE 0OINTE $RIVE s -AUMEE s WWW 3ERENITY(EALTH-AUMEE COM 36

YAEGERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SHOES .0/30& 45 t 50-&%0 0) t Ç? Ç&#x17E; ÇŠ )0##: -0##: 1-";" t 888 :"&(&34)0&4 $0.

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

O

ne place has everything you desire, from the perfect unique gifts to your holiday food needs. This season, Shop the Block in Downtown Toledo.

The fastest slow food in town

dd Get your winter wear cleaned fast with Lasalle Cleaners.

dd Find all kinds of great holiday items and chic threads with the help of Devoon, The Paula Brown Shop or Sophia Lustig.

dd Don’t hand-write all of your

Christmas cards. Print them!

And get your ink from Erie Ink.

Interior Design

This Holiday Season give the gift of health with a Shineology Gift Certificate!

905 Jefferson Avenue Toledo, Ohio 43604 Tel: 419.255.5099 Fax: 419.255.5098

dd Need a new ‘do, the perfect

419-386-1059 130 10th St., Toledo OH 43604 www.shineologyjuice.com Like the moon, the sun and the stars

shade of nail polish or a great shade of blush and skin care products? Stop by Salon Onyx and The Makeup Room.

dd Then relax a little or work

up a healthy sweat with It’s Yoga.

dd Now, it’s time to eat before

you make one last round, of course. Pam’s Corner, The PUB and Shineology all provide great food and/or healthy drink items.

dd Then, stop by to see Pamela

Straub for the perfect holiday décor or even an entire home makeover.

Shop the Block for a true shopping experience for unique holiday gift-giving. And you only need one place to park!

Cool, Hip, Elegant Join Us For Our & New For Toledo Annual Holiday Shop With A Cocktail

Plenty Of Free Parking

FULL BAR Happy Hour Specials

Party

Thursday, Nov. 20th

4:00 - 8:00 pm

Available for Private

Wine Tastings EVENTS Follow Us On Facebook For Details: www.facebook.com/paulabrownshop 912 Monroe Street - Downtown Toledo - 419.241.8100 The PUB & Shop Hours: Tuesday - Wednesday: 10-5, Thursday - Friday: 10-9 & Saturday: 10-3

www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

37

$69/month unlimited group classes (Intro special good for both convenient Toledo locations)

Toledo’s Premiere Ashtanga Yoga Studio and Training Center • Yoga Classes • Teacher Training • High-End Yoga Apparel • Workshops Official Yoga Studio of University of Toledo Athletics “The Rocket Get You There Faster!”® The original power yoga class

itsyogatoledo.com

38

November 19 • December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

ed

EVERYTHING is always magnificently gift wrapped

ERYTHING is always magnificently gift wrapped

EVERYTHING is always magnificently gift wrapp

EV

For fun, friends and great food there is only one place to look...

DEVOON an affordable & unique

BOUTIQUE for all occasions

911 Jefferson Ave ~ Toledo between 10th & Michigan

FREE PARKING Adjacent to building

al

ifi gn

M-F 11-6 Sat 11-2 wa

Call us for your Holiday Party this year!

cently gift wrapped

419.214.0575 EVERYTHING is

ys magnificently gift wrapped

EVERYTHING is always ma

Hard To Find.

Impossible To Forget.

Christmas is coming to

116 10th Street, Toledo • 419.243.2081

• Gift Cards • Facials • Pedicures • Manicures • Spa Treatments • Hair Services 123 North Michigan Street Toledo, Ohio 43604

www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

419.243.ONYX (6699)

39

Culinary Wednesday, 11.19

Tastings

Wine Dinner Manhattan’s Restaurant

Wine Tasting Veritas Cork & Craft

Enjoy a ‘friendsgiving’ 5-course dinner with perfectly paired wines. 6:30pm. $70. 1516 Adams St. 419-243-6675. manhattanstoledo.com

Taste Big California Wines with Mike Wenter of Vanguard Wines. 5:30-7:30pm. $15. 505 Jefferson Ave. 419-214-9463. veritastoledo.com

Thursday, 11.20

Thursday, 11.20

Wednesday, 11.19

Healthy Living Series: Cooking up Healthy Fall Soups Central Park West

Learn how to make comforting and healthy soups that are perfect for the winter. Noon-1pm. 3130 Central Park West Dr., Suite A. 419-455-6803. cpwhc.com

Cooking Class Maumee Bay Kitchen and Bath

Chef Liz will lead a hands-on brunch class. 10am-noon. $30. 5758 N. Main St., Suite 1, Sylvania. 419-882-4390. maumeebaykitchenandbathsylvania.com

Lebanese Vegetarian 577 Foundation

Learn how to create a diverse vegetarian foods like Middle Eastern favorites fattoush salad and mujadara (a lentil and rice dish). Registration required. 12:30-4pm. $18. 577 E. Front St. 419-872-0305. 577foundation.org

Friday, 11.21

Holiday Season Chinese Cooking 577 Foundation

This hands-on class will teach how to make exotic holiday dishes with Hawaiian and Cantonese influence.

Registration required. 11:30am-2pm & 6-8:30pm. Also on November 22 at 6-8:30pm. $20. 577 E. Front St., Perrysburg. 419-872-0305. 577foundation.org

English Autumn Formal Tea Sweet Shalom Tea Room

A beautiful and flavorful array of tea-time foods will be perfectly accompanied by quality, fresh brewed teas.

Reservations required. Also on November 22. Call for times, prices vary. 8216 Erie St., Sylvania.

419-297-9919. sweetshalomtearoom.com

See more events and submit your own at toledocitypaper.com

Beer and Wine Tasting Flick’s Package Liquor Inc

Sample the latest delivery of New Holland Brewery and Oliver Wines. 5-7pm. Also on November 22, 1-3pm.

3320 W. Sterns Rd., Lambertville. 734-854-2000. flicks4fun.com Free

Art and Wine Ye Olde Durty Bird

Enjoy an evening of artistic creativity as you paint along with an instructor and sample wines and complimentary sides of assorted cheese, fruit and crackers. 6-9pm. $15. 2 S. St. Clair Street.

419-243-2473. yeoldedurtybird.com

Brew Kettle Tap Takeover The Local Jam House & Drinkery

Taste the latest lineup of beer on tap. 7pm. 7723 Airport Hwy., Holland. facebook.com/thelocaltoledo

Saturday, 11.22

Enjoy great eats and live music.

Sneak Peek Holiday Teas Elaine’s Tea Shoppe

Sip in the holidays with some favorite winter and holiday-themed blends. Registration requested.

1pm. $10. 3115 W. Sylvania Ave. 419-885-1515. wildorchidteas.com

Premium Shiraz of d’Arenberg Walt Churchill’s Market

Taste ultra rare, never before available in Ohio, ancient vines from one of Australia’s top wineries. Anytime, noon-5pm. Taste 6 wines for $50 or pay-by-thesample. 3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Saturday, 11.29

Customer Appreciation Wine Tasting Walt Churchill’s Market

Be appreciated with unique wines and deep discounts during the five hour wine tasting. Anytime, noon5pm. Taste 6 wines for $50 or pay-by-the-sample.

3320 Briarfield Blvd., Maumee. 419-794-4000. waltchurchillsmarket.com

Make sure your event has a spot in our next issue and online for only $30!

Call Rachellyn atfor 419-244-9859 for details!

Call 419-244-9859 details.

Food and fun on tap

A night out at Rock ‘N Whiskey Saloon

by Jessica Miller To craft the perfect night out, combine one part restaurant and one part bar, serve over sports and entertainment, and garnish with live music.

It’s called Rock ‘N Whiskey, and you’ll find it at 2640 West Laskey Road in Toledo.

Owner Sean Pennington is the mixologist behind the concept. He wanted a place where people could eat with their families, drink with their friends, and rock out to the best live music the Midwest has to offer, and he’s achieved it masterfully.

There are more than 15 TVs, including three 130” HD screens and the NFL Sunday Ticket, so it’s a great spot to pull up a bar stool, order a frosty beverage and watch your favorite team.

Join in for a round of Name That Tune on Monday nights and belt out your favorite songs during Karaoke on Tuesdays.

There’s also live music entertainment every Friday and Saturday night, from local acts such as Kentucky Chrome and Hoozier Daddy.

Rock ‘N Whiskey says it all

Bring your appetite with you—the portobello mushroom appetizer ($6.99) is on point, and there are a dozen varieties of chicken chunks to choose from (8.99$11.99), as well as a tasty selection of sandwiches, burgers and entrees ($8.99 -$15.99). The steaks are cut in-house

and the burgers are hand-formed every morning. Try the All American Burger ($8.99), the Turkey Club ($8.99), and the Southwest Chicken Chunks ($11.99). The kitchen is open late, too— until midnight Sunday-Wednesday, and until 1am Thursday-Saturday.

Drinks for a good cause

Consider yourself a beer connoisseur?

There are more than 70 to choose from at Rock ‘N Whiskey, including 15 on draft.

Beer selections are rotated regularly, and winter seasonals have just arrived, including Blitzen and Shiner Cheer. They also have unique cocktails, including their signature Bourbon Mary, which will change the way you think about this favorite brunch drink forever.

Rock ‘N Whiskey is also a big supporter of community causes. The Toledo chapter of #hashtaglunchbag frequently meets at the restaurant to assemble meals for the homeless, and Pennington donates to golf outings and other fundraisers.

With good food and plenty of entertainment, Rock ‘N Whiskey could quickly become one of your favorite stops for a great night out.

2640 W. Laskey Rd. 419-474-3971, facebook.com/Rock-N-Whiskey-Saloon.

Upcoming shows: 11/22, 11/28 - 427 (Country Bluegrass), 11/29 - Rodney Parker

Ghm cnlm ikbgm' P^ k^ hgebg^ mhh toledocitypaper.com 40

November 19 • December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

Captain’s Choice Local Hipster ...................................................

Entrepreneur ..................................................

High School ....................................................

Private School .................................................

College ..........................................................

Higher Ed for Non-Traditional Students .................................

Suburban Downtown .......................................

Festival ..........................................................

Institution to Show Off .....................................

Charity ..........................................................

Non-Profit Event .............................................

Community Role Model .....................................

Best Toledoan ..................................................

Best Toledoan you love to hate ...........................

Best use of contaminated water .........................

Cultural White Knight .......................................

Local Claim to Shame .......................................

Place to Volunteer ............................................

Politician .......................................................

Sailors and Crew

Plastic Surgeon .............................................

Doctor .........................................................

Dermatologist...............................................

Ear, Nose and Throat Doctor.............................

Eye Doctor.....................................................

Dentist..........................................................

Orthodontist..................................................

Chiropractor..................................................

Audiologist...................................................

Lawyer.........................................................

Bank............................................................

Real Estate Agent...........................................

Professor.......................................................

Religious Leader.............................................

Veterinarian..................................................

Handyman....................................................

Ad Agency....................................................

Landscaper....................................................

Acupuncturist................................................

Insurance Agent............................................

Bounty

Booty

Best New Store..............................................

Best Locally Owned .......................................

Womens’ Boutique........................................

Locally Owned Mens’ Boutique........................

Thrift/Resale Store.........................................

Toledo City Paper readers: the choice is yours.

Get your ballot in by December 12, and tell us who (and what) is the best in the city!

E N I L N O aper.com TE VO t i yp ledoc to

Best Used Book Store......................................

Comic Book Store ..........................................

Tailor...........................................................

Photographer.................................................

Jewelry Store.................................................

Wedding Venue .............................................

Event Planner................................................

Florist ..........................................................

Caterer.........................................................

Limo Service..................................................

Romantic Getaway.........................................

Sensual Shop................................................

Eyewear........................................................

Greenest Business..........................................

Greenhouse/Nursery.......................................

Mall.............................................................

Spiritual Shop...............................................

Home Boutique..............................................

Antique Store................................................

Furniture Store..............................................

Paint Store....................................................

Hotel/Motel...................................................

Liquor Store..................................................

Smoke Shop..................................................

Psychic.........................................................

Pet Grooming................................................

Pet Supply Store............................................

Airport.........................................................

Place to Buy a Car..........................................

Carwash/Detailer...........................................

Auto Mechanic...............................................

Dry Cleaner...................................................

Place to Adopt a Pet.......................................

Electrician....................................................

Plumber.......................................................

Kitchen and Bath Design.................................

Flooring Store...............................................

Keeping in Ship -Shape

Hairstylist.....................................................

Womens’ Salon..............................................

Aesthetician (Skin Care).................................

Mens’ Barber Shop.........................................

Day Spa........................................................

Nail Salon.....................................................

Yoga Studio..................................................

Dance Studio................................................

Massage Therapist.........................................

Personal Trainer............................................

Athletic Club.................................................

Best Urgent Care............................................

Best Physical Therapy.....................................

Holistic Health Center.....................................

Cont. on p. 42

NAME: __________________________________________________________________

Sponsored By

ADDRESS: ________________________________________________________________ CITY/STATE/ZIP: __________________________________________________________ AGE: ________________ EMAIL: _____________________________________________

THE RULES:

Seafarers, it’s time to set sail and launch your vessel.

1. You may only vote once.

2. No answer should be repeated more than three times.

3. A minimum of 30 questions must be answered for your ballot to be eligible.

4. Your name and address must be included. We will discard any ballots that we suspect are fraudulently submitted. Deadline for submissions is December 12, 2014.

5. By voting you enter for a chance to win a trip for 2 to Florida from Allegiant Air and the Toledo Express Airport.

For more details or to vote go to ToledoCityPaper.com/vote.

NO ballot stuffing • No photocopies.

MAIL TO: Best of Toledo, 1120 Adams Street Toledo, Ohio 43604

or vote online at toledocitypaper.com www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

41

Cont. from p. 41

SPIRITS AND GROG New Bar ..................................................

Irish Pub..................................................

Sports Bar................................................

College Bar...............................................

Gay Bar....................................................

Trivia Night.............................................

Strip Club................................................

Best Locally Brewed Beer............................

Best Brewery............................................

Great Galleys Burger Joint.............................................

Steakhouse...............................................

Sushi.......................................................

Hot dogs..................................................

BBQ.........................................................

Pizza.......................................................

Diner.......................................................

Bakery.....................................................

Tea Shop..................................................

Fine Dining..............................................

Seafood....................................................

Indie Coffee..............................................

Italian Restaurant......................................

Indian Restaurant ....................................

Middle Eastern Restaurant..........................

Mexican Restaurant ..................................

Chinese Restaurant....................................

Thai Restaurant ........................................

Local Grocery............................................

Ethnic Grocery..........................................

Natural Food Store.....................................

Soup.......................................................

Hardy Marauders Local High School Coach.............................

High School Team......................................

Bowling Alley............................................

Martial Arts Studio.....................................

Bike Shop.................................................

Stellar Sound-Offs

Live Music Bar..........................................

New Act..................................................

High School Band.....................................

Karaoke Night..........................................

Band.......................................................

Blues/Jazz Artist........................................

Hip Hop Artist...........................................

Singer......................................................

DJ............................................................

Recording Studio.......................................

Local Record Store......................................

Local Musical Instrument Shop.....................

Anchors Aweigh Print Journalist..........................................

Sportscaster..............................................

Weathercaster...........................................

Best Anchor .............................................

Local TV Station.........................................

Radio Station............................................

Morning Show..........................................

Local Twitter Account.................................

Local Radio DJ...........................................

Reader’s Choice

Artful Navigators

Category We Forgot: ..................................

Reason to Love TCP: ...................................

Favorite Story So Far: .................................

Story Idea You Want to See..........................

Place to Buy Local Art.................................

Supporter of the Local Arts..........................

Independent Gallery..................................

Local Art Event..........................................

Art Photographer.......................................

Tattoo Artist..............................................

Best Artist ...............................................

Ballet.......................................................

Literary Artists..........................................

Local Theater Group...................................

Live Theatre Venue.....................................

Place to Buy Local Art.................................

Vote for a chance t o A TRIP FOWIN TO FLOR R 2 IDA!

Come Home to Schmucker’s for the Holidays Serving Breakfast from 5am

Log on and Like us...

You might win pie!

www.perfectbraces.com LAMBERTVILLE Ç ÓnÊ-iV ÀÊ, >`ÊUÊP.O. Box 860 Lambertville, MI 48144 734.854.6221

FALLEN TIMBERS 4359 Keystone Dr. Maumee, OH 43537 419.887.1247

VOTE FOR US FOR BEST ORTHODONTIST! 42

GOOD FOOD

SYLVANIA 6407 Monroe Street Sylvania, OH 43560 419.882.1017

2103 N. Reynolds Rd., Toledo, OH 43615 419.535.9116 • schmuckersrestaurant.com

Monday through Saturday, 5am - 11pm, Closed Sunday

Lunch & Dinner until 11pm

November 19 • December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

THE WORLDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BEST PIZZA COMES FROM NORTHERN ITALY Now Saif Dari Brings That Same Great Pizza to Toledo with an Imported Italian Wood Fired Pizza Oven

Festivities for foodies

The holiday season is a time for joyful activities and festive foods. This year, the Toledo Zoo introduces their newest holiday experience, Festive Feast. Zoo-goers can expect a bountiful buffet feast complete with a carving station and a variety of tasty accompaniments. The celebration includes seasonal entertainment, perfect for the whole family, including an encounter with a friendly zoo animal, Mr. and Mrs. Claus and a craft area. Holiday-themed adult beverages will flow for those ages 21+. Adding to the cheerful evening is admission to the Lights Before Christmas, which is included with your Festive Feast purchase. Reservations required. 6-8:30pm MondayWednesday through December 17. $35/adults, $25/ages 2-11. Toledo Zoo, 2 Hippo Way. 419-385-4040. toledozoo.org

The Best of the Mediterranean 0)::! s 3/503 s 3!,!$3 s '92/3 '2!0% ,%!6%3 s 3!.$7)#(%3 s #()#+%.

4!7//+ s $%33%243 -/2%

HOLIDAY

GIFT CARD "59 ! ')&4 #!2$ &/2 /.,9

SAVE $10!

Zazaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gift Cards are Reuasable & Reloadable Not valid with any other discount or offers. EXPIRES 12/31/14A

Lucky fare

Final Cut Steak & Seafood, located inside Hollywood Casino, offering full-flavored steaks and fresh seafood, will be adding to their top-notch menu with new items like roasted pork belly, lobster popcorn, lamb chops and the â&#x20AC;&#x153;56-hour short rib.â&#x20AC;? 5-9pm Monday-Thursday; 5-10pm Friday and Saturday; 4-9pm Sunday. Final Cut Steak & Seafood, 1968 Miami St. 419-661-5036. hollywoodcasinotoledo.com/dining â&#x20AC;&#x201D;MLR

419-531-2400 | www.ZazaWoodfiredPizza.com 3550 Executive Pkwy. (off Secor Red. Next to the UPS Store) Mon - Thurs: 11am - 10pm | Fri & Sat: 11am - 11pm | Sun: Noon -9pm

BWh][ i[b[Yj_ed e\ L;=7D Z_i^[i

;l[ho ZWo ''#( m[ i[hl[ ekh kd_gk[ bkdY^ C[n_YWd Xk\\[j - ZWoi W m[[a

Ijef je jho ekh cWh]Wh_jWi" cWZ[ m_j^ '&& j[gk_bW \hec ekh ^ec[jemd _d C[n_Ye

EF;D :7?BO

<HEC ''7C mmm$YeY_dWZ[YWhbei$Yec *'/#.-(#&(&& Â&#x161; (-&-( 9WhhedWZ[ :h$ Â&#x161; F[hhoiXkh]" E> *)++' WYheii \hec j^[ <h[dY^ GkWhj[hi ?dd

www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

43

film events Wednesday, 11.19

Dave Ramsey and Rachel Cruze Present: The Legacy Journey - Taped

in front of a live audience, New York Times best-selling authors Dave Ramsey and Rachel Cruze will discuss personal finances, living with debt and how to make smart investments. 7pm. $14/adults, $13/seniors and students, $12/kids. Fallen Timbers 14 with XD, 2300 Village Drive W., Maumee.

419-878-3898. fathomevents.com/event/thelegacy-journey

Thursday, 11.20 Birdman - This all-star-packed “dramedy” follows an actor known for his role as the superhero Birdman, as he battles his ego during the days leading up to opening night

of his Broadway play debut. Co-stars Edward Norton, Naiomi Watts, Emma Stone and Zach Galifinakis. Rated R. 4:45pm, 7pm & 9:30pm. $8. Cinema Detroit, 3420 Cass Ave., Detroit.

313-281-8301. cinemadetroit.com

Friday, 11.21 Home Alone - Enjoy a screening of the popular 1990 holiday classic Home Alone.

The movie tells the story about of an 8-yearold boy (Macaulay Culkin), as he defends his home against would-be burglars (played

by Joe Pesci and Daniel Stern) after he is forgotten at home by his family as they leave for a Christmas vacation abroad. 7:30pm. $5.

Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

T

TIEN A P L NEWSPECIA

0 0 .

59

$

am g exs n i n clea & x-ray

!

R A A ST

E wards!

K I L ILE r to Co me!

SM We Cialdteren Welco

VOTE FOR DR. KHAN FOR BEST DENTIST! DR. NADEEM M. KHAN, DDS 4646 NANTUCKET DR. TOLEDO, OH 43623

Ch

FULL SERVICE FAMILY DENTISTRY TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINMENT CALL

419.843.8095

www.toledofamilydentist.com 44

November 19 • December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

Silent night

Joyeux Noël is the story of a Christmas truce, a series of unofficial ceasefires that took place along the Western Front around Christmastime 1914, during World War I. Scottish, German and French troops negotiate an unauthorized truce in observance of the holiday, but tension mounts when their superiors become aware of the occasion. Loyalties are tested and enemies learn a lesson in brotherhood. 7:30pm Thursday, November 20. GISH Theater at BGSU, 212 Wolfe Center, Bowling Green. 419-372-2222. bgsu.edu Free —TN

Let the reel roll

Via Facebook

The Ohio Theatre will be hosting an all-day event in celebration of the world premiere of Toledo filmmaker Michael DeSanto’s latest film, Spy College. The film follows the double life of Nick Dasher, a typical, head-of-the-class college student who also happens to be a spy-in-training by night. When a new, equally-as-brainy student interrupts Nick’s educational status and meddles with his affection for a particular girl, the battle begins. The event will feature screenings of Desanto’s shorts and videos, including his first independent feature-length film, Max Anderson, Private Eye. Enjoy spy- and college-themed drinks for those ages 21+. A Q&A with the cast and crew will follow the show. $10. Noon, short film screenings; 4pm Spy College screening. Saturday, November 22. The Ohio Theatre, 3112 Lagrange St. 419-255-8406. ohiotheatretoledo.org —MLR

"Intrigue" en français

As part of the Valentine Theatre’s Art House Film Series, enjoy a showing of The Rules of the Game (1939), directed by Jean Renoir. Set in the French countryside at the onset of World War II, the film tells the story of a famous aviator, who laments the absence of the woman he loves to an admiring crowd. This disappointment leads to a hilarious town-wide love triangle.

2pm Sunday, November 23. $5. Valentine Theatre, 410 Adams St. 419-242-2787. valentinetheatre.com

A distant life

Via IMDB

Written and directed

by Roger Allers (The Lion King) alongside executive producer, Toledo’s own Steve Hanson (president and CEO of Hanson Inc.), The Prophet is an animated feature film created by artists, animators and musicians from around the world. Inspired by the classic book Almustafa by Kahlil Gibran, the story follows a prophet who is about to board a ship home after 12 years in the city of Orphalese. When stopped by the locals, he discusses the matters of life and the human condition. The Prophet premiered in September as part of the Toronto International Film Festival, and is coming soon to local theaters.

—TN

In this season, take time to be thankful and enjoy the small things in life.

Expressing best wishes for the Thanksgiving season.

www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

45

theater events Thursday, 11.20

Caroline, or Change - University of

Michigan Department of Music Theatre presents a dramatic musical about Caroline Thobodeaux, a black maid for a Jewish family in the midst of the Civil Rights movement.

7:30pm November 20; 8pm November 21, 22; 2pm November 22, 23. $28/GA, $10/student.

Arthur Miller Theatre, within the Walgreen Drama Center, 1226 Murfin Ave., Ann Arbor 734-764-2549. tickets.music.umich

Play On! - Adaptation of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, arranged by Owens faculty members Jeremy Meier and Eric P. Wallack.

A contemporary revival of a classic. 7:30pm Thursday through Saturday; 3pm Sunday. $12/ GA, $8/students, faculty, or alumni. Owens Community College Mainstage Theatre, 3200 Bright Rd., Findlay. 567-661-7081. owens.tix.com

46

November 19 • December 02

Friday, 11.21

Lourdes Drama Society Presents The Curious Savage - John Patrick’s

heartwarming comedy. Appropriate for all audiences. 8pm Friday and Saturday; 2pm Sunday. $10/GA, $8/seniors. Franciscan Center at Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania.

419-824-3999. lourdes.edu/dramasociety

Friday, 11.28

Toledo Symphony: Christmas at the Peristyle - Songs and stories of the season

fill the Peristyle for an event that your family will remember for years to come. This Saturday matinee will feature sing-alongs, the talented Toledo Opera Chorus, and a visit from Santa.

2-5pm. Tickets start at $10. Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle Theater, 2445 Monroe St. 419-246-8000. tickets.toledosymphony.com

www.toledocitypaper.com

Opening her book

Students in The Springfield High School Blue Devil Drama Club bring Anne Frankâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s story to the stage, allowing the audience to experience her infamous diary.

The Club was inspired in October, when Holocaust survivor Martin Lowenberg visited the school and shared personal stories and pictures. The Club then visited the Holocaust Memorial Center in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Those experiences provide a base for powerful and emotive performances of The Diary of Anne Frank. Dates: November 20-23. 7:30pm Thursday; 7:30pm Friday-Saturday; 2:30pm Sunday. $8/adults, $6/students and seniors. Springfield High School Auditorium, 1470 S. McCord Rd. bluedevildrama.webs.com

Power play

A story of power relationships, the Swedish play Miss Julie heralds the premiere of University of Toledo Assistant Professor of Theater Daniel Thobiasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; contemporary translation. A native Swede, Thobias elevates the playâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s battle of class and gender while maintaining the poetic foundational text. Associate Professor of Theater Cornel Gabara will direct the story of Miss Julie, a modern woman urged to rely on her class power, and one of her fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mysterious, well-traveled and older servants. Dates: November 21-23, December 5-7. 7:30pm Fridays and Saturdays; 2pm Sundays. $12/ general, $10/faculty, staff, alumni, and seniors, $7/students. University of Toledo Center for Performing Arts, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-2375. utoledo.edu.

From Wild N Out and A Haunted House

"SPECIAL ENGAGEMENT" DEC. 5TH & 6TH (we do not accept passes for special engagements)

UPCOMING DATES:

Nov 21st: Adam Hunter Nov 28 & 29: Floyd J. Phillips Dec 12 & 13: Rich Vos

Seasonal Sam Adams and Leinenkugel To make Reservations for Fri. or Sat.

CALL 419-214-0700

LAFFS INC COMEDY CLUB Toledo's ONLY Comedy Club

3922 Secor Rd, Toledo, OH 43623 JUST MINUTES FROM UT and FRANKLIN PARK MALL VISIT OUR WEBSITE LaffsInc.com or Laffs Inc on FB for info on Comics, Showtimes, & More

Under one roof

Help keep Collingwood Arts Center alive while enjoying Frostbitten:A Variety Show Featuring the Best of CAC. Birdâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eye View Circus, Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Theatre Workshop, Charity Drag of Toledo, Loa Fire and the T-Town Tassels will all perform. Proceeds will be applied to the purchase of replacement boilers to heat the CAC. 7:30pm Saturday November 29. $9/per or $15/pair in advance. $12/ adults, $7/children at the door. Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Ave. 419-244-2787, collingwoodartscenter.orgâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;AC

www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

47

SUNDAY thru THURSDAY

SPECIALS 2 PM to CLOSE

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Kids Under 10 Eat Free!

1/2 OFF Burger Night!

2 for Tuesday

1/2 OFF Pizza Night!

Double Your Loyalty Points

NCH RETURN OF THE $8 LU $

8 lunch

“package!” big sandwich + side + beverage

Thursday Add It Up! FREE Burger Toppers

$5 Bloody Mary Bar Saturdays and Sundays Check out our new Fall menu

BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTIES

OPEN DAILY FROM 11:30 GOOD FLIPPIN’ BURGERS!

Burger Bar 419 5215 Monroe Street, Toledo, OH 419-724-7901

Burger Bar 419 4400 Heatherdowns Blvd.

419-724-5844

BEHIND BEVERLY HILLS PLAZA BETWEEN TARGET & BED BATH & BEYOND

ACROSS FROM THE STRANAHAN THEATER

Visit us at BurgerBar419.com

CITY PAGES Back to the swamp

Ohio writer occupies uncharted land

by Athena Cocoves A Northwest Ohio native, Martha Conway revisits her roots and the legacy of Ohio in her new novel, Thieving Forest.

Conway returns to the merciless landscape of Ohio’s Great Black Swamp in 1806. A work of historical fiction, Thieving Forest is a compelling pioneer story detailing the life of recently orphaned Susanna Quiner’s search for her kidnapped sisters.

Mourning the loss of their parents to Swamp Fever, the five Quiner sisters navigate and survive the dangerous terrain after the novel opens as 17-year-old Susanna watches as her four older sisters are kidnapped by a band of the Potawatomi Indians.

Engaging strong, dynamic woman characters, Thieving Forest moves quickly with poetic styles incorporating dark themes. Despite the desolate nature of Susanna’s life and threatening environment, Conway maintains an enjoyable tone that surprises the reader with brief bits of humor.

Advertise your

New

Year’s

Eve EVENTS WITH US!

Gilbert speaks

Join The Blade and the ToledoLucas County Public Library as they celebrate the 20th season of the Authors! Authors! series.

Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Eat, Pray, Love will speak. In her earlier years, Gilbert was a journalist for Spin, GQ and the New York Times. 7pm Wednesday, November 19. Ticket prices Via Toledo Library vary. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 419-381-8851. stranahantheater.org —MK

CALL BY DECEMBER 9 TO PLACE YOUR AD IN THE LAST ISSUE (DEC.17) E E OF 2014!

S ON U YO .15!

MAKE SURE YOUR EVENT JAN WILL BE PART OF THE NEW YEAR’S GUIDE

literary event Thursday, 11.20

Author Event: Kerry Trautman - A founding member

of Almeda Street Poets and a member of Abracadabra Studio of Poetics, Trautman’s poetry and short fiction have appeared in numerous literary journals. Listen as she reads excerpts from her latest chapbook.

A reception and book signing to follow the presentation. 8pm. The University of Findlay, Winebrenner Theological Seminary’s Room 254, Findlay. 419-434-4721. Free

CALL TODAY

419.244.9859

sales@adamsstreetpublishing.com 48

Conway brings her historical knowledge into this debut novel to make a compelling and well researched page-turner. A fiction teacher at Stanford University's Online Writer’s Studio, Conway has been immersed within the literary community through writing, editing and teaching.

Meet the author and purchase your own copy during Sandusky Library’s Local Authors Expo and Book Fair. 1-4pm, Saturday, November 22.

Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams, Sandusky.

419-625-3834, sandusky.lib.oh.us Thieiving Forest is available in select bookstores and online through Amazon, iTunes, Barnes & Noble and Indiebound. More info at marthaconway.com.

November 19 • December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

The spirit of art

Find holiday gifts at Makerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mart and Holiday Loop

by Laura Kretz Photo courtesy of Heather Biddle Photography www.heatherbiddle.com Artwork by Gingerly Made

ONE MONTH UNLIMITED SAUNA USE ONLY $99!

JUICE CLEANSES STARTING AT $25/DAY GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE s 37%!4%15)493!5.!3 #/-!5-%% -!2+%40,!#% 0,!:! s 2%9./,$3 2$ s -!5-%% /(

Downtown Toledo gets in the holiday spirit.

Makerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mart

1717 Adams Street, 10am-8pm With a place to finally call home, Handmade Toledo is ready to open its doors to another Makerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mart. This indie craft fair will return to 1717 Adams Street, with more than 90 local and regional vendors displaying one-of-a-kind crafts.

From woodwork to handmade soaps to bags and Toledo-proud T-shirts, there are gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list.

Food trucks will line the street and you can enjoy Toledo culinary favorites like Jeannieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Weenies, Bleak House Coffee, All Crumbs Artisan Bakery and more. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more than just going to a place and buying something,â&#x20AC;? said Betty Floored, founder of Handmade Toledo. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re meeting the person that made that thing and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re supporting somebody who

www.toledocitypaper.com

Photo courtesy of Heather Biddle Ph oto www.heatherbidd gra ph y le.com Jewelry by Crave Jewelry De sign

Do you dread the abject prospect of endless holiday shopping? Do you have that one person that stymies you when it comes to selecting a decent gift? Or, do you simply want to treat yourself, as a reward, for getting through the anticipated holiday dinners with extended family?

Toledoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Makerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mart and Holiday Loop can provide answers to these questions. On Saturday, November 22, downtown Toledo will host these two artistic showcase events, where you can stumble upon functional and traditional art for affordable holiday gifts.

These two events, while not directly affiliated, both celebrate our communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love of art. So make your list, check it twice, and support your local artists ahead of the Black Friday crowd!

spends their time and is passionate about making the things that theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re selling.â&#x20AC;?

Holiday Loop

Downtown Toledo, 3-8pm Conceived in 2004 as an artist â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;meetand-greetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, the Gallery Loop has since grown to a twice-a-year event that is open to the public. Now, The Arts Commission of Greater Toledo (ACGT) sponsors the Loop, promoting local artists showcasing affordable paintings, sculptures, jewelry and much more. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Buying a piece of art from a local artist truly supports small business.

(Proceeds go) back into the local economy and will reseed Toledo, creating more vibrancy,â&#x20AC;? said Michelle Carlson, ACGT programs coordinator.

Buses will shuttle between the 20-35 venues, where artists will create an inviting space for the special day. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really feel itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important that the Toledo region have access to the arts in a way that doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have barriers, so that anyone can come out and enjoy it, because the arts are for everyone,â&#x20AC;? said Carlson.

Plenty of parking will be available along Adams Street and throughout downtown.

To see an updated map of the Holiday Loop, check out theartscommission.org.

For more information about Handmade Toledo, as well as how to become a vendor go to handmadetoledo.com.

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

49

Wednesday, 11.19

Tuesday, 11.25

Faces of Guatemala: The Children We Serve -

Drink and Draw - Bring your own beer or wine,

Meet the artist, Dr. Jim Moeller, and hear the stories behind the photos on display through November.

6-8pm. Pam’s Corner, 116 10th St. 419-243-2081. pamstoledo.com. Free

Friday, 11.21 CONSTRUCT/DESTRUCT Closing Reception - Your final chance to check out the art of Adam Soboleski and David Short and hear them talk briefly about inspiration and process. 7-9pm.

LeSo Gallery, 1527 Starr Ave. lesogallery.com Free

Toledo Area Artists Exhibition Opening Party - Celebrate the opening and mingle with the 28 artists featured in the Gallery. 6:30-9pm. The Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Salon des Refuses Exhibition Opening Party - Party with the rebels! Vote on your

favorite work in the show put on by PRIZM Creative Community. 6-10pm. 1838 Parkwood Ave. 419-254-2787. myprizm.com Free

Gallery Talk: TAA Exhibition Curator and Artists - The Toledo Area Artists’ Exhibition

curator, Halona Norton-Westbrook, will discuss the 2014 exhibition. 3pm Saturday, November 22 and Sunday, November 23 in the Canaday Gallery. Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000, toledomuseum.org Free

Saturday, 11.22 The Holiday Loop - Celebrate the local arts

community while finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list. 3-8pm.

Downtown venues. artscommission.org Free

Maker’s Mart - Handmade Toledo celebrates local

crafting at a one-day, juried indie art and craft fair.

See p. 49 for more info. 10am-8pm. Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St. handmadetoledo.com Free

First Unitarian Annual Holiday Bazaar - Arts,

crafts, collectibles and holiday decor. Raffles and a bake sale. 10am-3pm Saturday; noon-3pm Sunday.

First Unitarian Church of Toledo, 3205 Glendale Ave. 419-206-2052. uutoledo.org Free

Professional Development Workshop for Artists - Bowling Green State University art

professor Micheal Arrigo will go over how to write a strong artist statement, resume and bio as a part of a series done in partnership with the Toledo Federation of Art Societies. 10-11:30am. The Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Sunday, 11.23 Pop-up class: Color and Color Mixing -

Instruct Deb Buchanan surveys various techniques, including color charts, color application and creation of flesh tones. 2-3:30pm. $15. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

ideas and tools. Ages 18+. 7-10pm. $10. The Art Supply Depo, 29 S. St. Clair St. 419-720-6462. artsupplydepo.com

Friday, 11.28 Crafts for Christmas - Toledo Craftman’s Guild’s winter spectacular. Two days of fine handmade juried crafts, gifts and holiday decor. Collecting donations for Toys for Tots. 10am-5pm Friday; 10am-4pm Saturday. Lucas County Recreation Center (LineDrive Sportz) 2901 Key St., Maumee.

419-874-6367. toledocraftsmansguild.org

Ongoing Events: Make a Joyful Noise: Renaissance Art and Music at Florence Cathedral - Traveling from

the Florence Cathedral to North America for the first time, three of Luca della Robbia’s marble reliefs from the Cantoria will be visiting the DIA. Italian Renaissance art and manuscripts from the DIA’s collection will compliment the manuscripts, and lectures and musical performances will be planned.

Exhibition is free with museum admission. Through May 17. Open during museum hours. $8/adults, $4/ ages 6–17, $6/seniors. Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit. 313-833-7900. dia.org

Ordinary People by Extraordinary Artists: Works on Paper by Degas, Renoir and Friends - Casual drawings and prints by

Impressionist legends. Exhibition is free with museum admission. Through March 29. Open during museum hours. $8/adults, $4/ages 6–17, $6/ seniors. Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit. 313-833-7900. dia.org

Photographs from the Detroit Walk-In Portrait Studio by Corine Vermeulen - Detroit

residents are featured in demure portraits, sharing stories about the city and engaging with diverse communities. Through May 17. Open during museum hours. $8/adults, $4/ages 6–17, $6/ seniors. Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit. 313-833-7900. dia.org

Speaking Visual: Learning the Language of Art - Visual communication across time and place and an exploration of visual language. Through January 25. Open during museum hours. Toledo Museum of Art, Gallery 18, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org Free

Perspectives: A Toledo School for the Arts Exhibition - Students from the Toledo School for

the Arts share their view on how an ever-shrinking world informs individual art. Sponsored in part by Judith M. and Joseph V. Conda. Toledo Museum of Art: Community Gallery, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomusuem.org Free

See more events and submit your own at toledocitypaper.com

pitapitnwohio.com

Toledo @UT Bowling Green 522 E Wooster St 2903 Dorr St 419-354-PITA 419-725-2PIT 50

Toledo @DT 30 S St Clair St 419-214-0980

Art parties

Local artist Rebecca Booth’s new venture, Arty Parties To Go, gives creative adults the chance to learn a new skill or revisit skills they possess, with a step-by-step painting session. Using a 16” x 20” canvas, Booth walks her students through the painting process in just three hours. Toledo Artists’ Club in the Botanical Gardens. Registration required. See website for upcoming events. 1-4pm on the second and fourth Sundays of the month. $35/class. 419-855-3399. artypartiestogo.com. — KT

Photo courtesy of Arty Parties to Go

Border battles

Moving beyond the strictly local show that comprised the first 95 years of the Toledo Area Artists Exhibition, TAA has expanded applicant eligibility to a 150-mile radius. Out of 462 applicants, 28 regional artists were chosen. A theme, touching on urban and suburban class struggle and war, marks a striking change from the longstanding format of individual, unrelated works. Opening party 6:309pm Friday, November 21. Through January 3. Curatorial and Artist Talk 3-4pm Saturday, November 22. Toledo Museum of Art Canaday Gallery, 2445 Monroe St. 10am-4pm Tuesday and Wednesday; 10am-9pm Thursday-Friday; 10am-5pm Saturday; noon-5pm Sunday.

419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org.

Rejects can find refuge in the TAA’s longstanding, concurrent tradition of the Salon des Refuses, sponsored by PRIZM Creative Community. Offering solace and space, the Salon will feature artists that were rejected from the TAA show (see above). Just a walk across the street, will allow viewers to enjoy the juxtaposition of the two displays. Pieces will be for sale and prizes will be awarded for People’s Choice. Opening Reception, 6-10pm Friday, November 21, Awards Assembly at 8:45pm. Gallery hours: 9am-4pm Monday-Friday; Closed holidays. Through January 8. The Parkwood Gallery, 1838 Parkwood Ave. 419-931-8732. myprizm.com Free — AC

Toledo’s future artists

Two different exhibitions of high school artists offer a great way to support Toledo’s future as a great way to support young local artists. Perspectives: A Toledo School for the Arts Exhibition displays the work of young artists, exploring ways in which their increasingly connected world has influenced their art. Focus Exhibit, displayed at the University of Toledo’s Center for Visual Arts, will feature student work from both NW Ohio and SE Michigan high school artists. Award reception, 3:30-5pm Sunday, November 22. Through January 15.

Gallery Hours: 10am-4pm Tuesday-Wednesday; 10am-9pm ThursdayFriday; 10am-9pm Saturday; 10am-5pm Sunday. Community Gallery, 2445 Monroe St. 419-255-8000. toledomuseum.org. Focus Exhibit, November 21-December 7. Gallery Hours: 9am-9pm Monday-Saturday; 10am-9pm Sunday. CVA Main Gallery on the University of Toledo Campus, 2801 W. Bancroft St. utoledo.edu/CoCevents. Free

Sip and see

Satisfy your coffee cravings and creative curiosities as two local coffee shops, with rotating gallery shows, give space to local artists.

Downtown Latte will continue to feature Telling the Story with Fabric & Thread, an exhibition of Judy Paschalis’ clever quilts until November 26.

Paschalis, who has been sewing her whole life, began quiltmaking in 2001 with a more artistic approach. Visitors will enjoy her varied techniques, beautiful color, and personable fiber art.

Downtown Latté Hours: 7am-3pm Monday; 7am-5Downtown Latte will host the pm Tuesday-Friday; 7:30am-3pm Saturday. 44 S. work of Judy Pascha lis.

Saint Clair St. 419-243-6032. downtownlatte.com, quilttoonist.wordpress.com.

Bleak House Coffee will showcase the paintings of Alice Oswalt and new mixed media sculptures by Biz Douillard that incorporate reclaimed wood, found images and text. An opening reception will kick off the show from 6-9pm on Friday, November 21. Works available for purchase at both shops. Bleak House Coffee, 7:30am-4pm Monday-Friday; 9am-2pm Saturday. 612 Adams St. 419-740-1125. facebook.com/bleakhousecoffee. — AC

November 19 • December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

Wonder at Auburn Hills

Thursday, 11.20 / Palace of Auburn Hills As a distinguished songwriter, musician, singer and producer, Michigan native Stevie Wonder is an inspiration to the entertainment world. The multi-award-winning soloist will brighten up the stage with his Songs in the Key of Life Performance tour.

Having recorded more than 30 U.S. top ten songs and the recipient of 22 Grammy Awards, Stevie has also been inducted into the Rock and Roll and Songwriters’ halls of fame. His musical talent continues to stand the test of time. 8pm, Thursday, November 20. $29.25$149.50. The Palace of Auburn Hills, 6 Championship Dr., Auburn Hills. 248-377-0100. palacenet.com —MLR

Getting the blues

Friday, 11.21 / Stranahan Theater Playing since he was about the size of his guitar, Joe Bonamassa, American blues rock guitarist and singer, has opened for B.B. King, played in the band Bloodline and released a debut solo album. You could say he has done it all.

Did we mention he opened for the legendary B.B. King at the tender age of eight? You have the chance to witness the talented Joe Bonamassa doing what he does best. 8pm Friday, November 21. $72-$102. Stranahan Theater, 4645 Heatherdowns Blvd. 844-854-1450. stranahantheater.org —MK

Ultra awesome

Saturday, 11.22 / Maumee Indoor Theatre An all-star local lineup takes the stage at Mark Mikel’s Annual Ultra Concert.

Presented by Monclovia Records and coinciding with the release of Mark’s first solo album in 7 years, the concert will also be the debut of his latest collection of tunes, “A Peace Sign Is Only A Finger Away.” The evening includes highlights from Mark Mikel’s solo career, special performances from his newest release, music from The Pillbugs and tunes from The Monclovian 1st Irrational Orchestra.

Doors at 7:15pm, show begins at 8pm Saturday, November 22. $20, popcycleisland.com, the Maumee Indoor Theatre or Culture Clash Records. Maumee Indoor Theatre, 601 Conant St., Maumee. —MLR

wed, nov 19 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Mutz (at the Oliver House): Dean Tartaglia Frankies Inner City: Texas Hippie Coalition

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Grand Plaza Hotel Aqua Lounge: Twilight Jazz on the Maumee Sodbusters: Ragtime Rick

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic Bar 145: Angel Tipping The Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis

THU, nov 20 Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Straight Up

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes Chateau Tebeau Winery: Lance Horwedel The Blarney: Chris Knopp Plate 21: The Fritz Byers Band Sodbusters: Last Born Sons Tres Belle: Meaghan Roberts Rosie’s: RC/DC

www.toledocitypaper.com

Lindsay Bosserman - Owner/Photographer at Lindsay Marie Photography

Bar 145: Mike Risner The Village Idiot: Zimmerman Twins The Bronze Boar: Steve Kennedy The Distillery: Toast & Jam The Local: Chris Shutters Smoke Bar BQ: Gene Zenz & The Quality Control

FRI, nov 21 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Mutz (at the Oliver House): Beg to Differ Bier Stube: The Wow Factor Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Bobby May and John Barile followed by Sugar Pax Bar 145: Full Tilt The Blarney: The Bradberries Stranahan Theater: Joe Bonamassa Hollywood Casino: Distant Cousinz

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Third Street Cigar: The Good, The Bad and The Blues Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Cynthia KaayBennett

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Tres Belle: Zak Ward Rocky’s: Jason Hudson Pat & Dandy’s: Zodiac Click The Bronze Boar: Joe Woods Trio Majestic Oak Winery: Rock Bridge Crossing

Basin Street Grille: Elixer Angelo’s Northwood Villa: Tom Szor Doc Watson’s: Picking Kelly Chateau Tebeau Winery: Lance Horwedel Table Forty 4: 815’s The Distillery: The Bridges The Village Idiot: The House Band

Country & Bluegrass

Rock N Whiskey Saloon: Haywire

SAT, nov 22 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Hollywood Casino: fu5ion followed

by DJ Rob Sample Maumee Indoor Theatre: Monclovia Records Presents Mark Mikel’s “A Peace Sign Is Only A Finger Away” Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Arctic Clam Black Kite Coffee and Pies: The Gazebo Tres Belle: The New Fashioned

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Kobacker Hall BGSU: Project Trio Dégagé Jazz Cafe: Ruth Nichols Treo: The Good, The Bad and The Blues

November 05 • November 18

51

M O R E M U S I C AT T O L E D O C I T Y PA P E R . C O M Highlighted events indicates our picks for the week Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

The Village Idiot: Dragon Wagon Rock N Whiskey Saloon: 427 Ye Olde Durty Bird: Vintage Mojo The Blarney: Captain Sweet Shoes Chateau Tebeau Winery: Classic Trendz Bar 145: Lee Gantt Band Quimbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s: Andrew Ellis Sodbusters: Wyatt Trash Bronze Boar: Beg to Differ Angeloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Northwood Villa: Tom Szor, Dave Rybaczewski The Distillery: The Bridges Table Forty 4: Last Born Sons Majestic Oak Winery: Zak Ward Doc Watsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s: Dave Carpenter and Shawn McMahon

Dance & Techno

Mutz (at the Oliver House): DJ Todd Perrine Bar EDM: Mastamind and Skitzo

#! ! !" !

" !" $ " "

() ' -! '$, "/"' 2 - '((' -+ "-"(' % -.+$ 2 "'' + ((- %%

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Tore Down Blues Jam Band Ye Olde Durty Bird: Talk of the Town

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic Majestic Oak Winery: Kyle White

Other

Frankies Inner City: On the Radar Listening Party

MON, nov 24 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Frankies Inner City: SayWeCanFly

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

!

" " %

(G<E 8K EFFE &8B< PFLI I<J<IM8K@FEJ EFN

SUN, nov 23

"

The Bronze Boar: Steve Finelli and Oliver Roses Ye Olde Durty Bird: The New Mondays

Other

The Local: Open Mic

TUE, nov 25 Jazz, Blues, R&B

Trotterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern: Jeff McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Big Band All-Stars DĂŠgagĂŠ Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Ye Olde Durty Bird: Bradley McNett

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Sodbusters: Kyle Smithers Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Steve Kennedy

Other

Laffs Inc.: Jam Session Tuesdays The Barn: Open Mic Night

wed, nov 26 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Hollywood Casino: The Rock Show Bar 145: Flabongo Nation Tres Belle: The New Fashioned The Distillery: Johnny Rocker and the Hitmen Mutz (at the Oliver House): Beg to Differ Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Distant Cousinz Wesleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar: Classics Never Die: A Pre-Thanksgiving Jam

Jazz, Blues, R&B

Treo: The Grape Smugglers DĂŠgagĂŠ Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker Grand Plaza Hotel Aqua Lounge: Twilight Jazz on the Maumee Martini and Nuzzis: The Websters

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Still Delayneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s: Jason Sherwood Ye Olde Durty Bird: Twisting Tarantulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Table Forty 4: 815â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Danny Mettler Village Idiot: Andrew Ellis The Blarney: Arctic Clam

THU, nov 27 Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Rosieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s: RC/DC Bar 145: The Last Born Sons Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Captain Sweet Shoes The Local: Chris Shutters Smoke Bar BQ: Gene Zenz & The Quality Control

FRI, nov 28 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Bier Stube: Boffo Mutz (at the Oliver House): Suburban Soul The Blarney: Nine Lives Hollywood Casino: The Band Cruisin followed by DJ Rob Sample The Distillery: Rock Candy

Jazz, Blues, R&B

DĂŠgagĂŠ Jazz Cafe: Jeff McDonald Treo Restaurant: Mojoe Boes

Ye Olde Durty Bird: Last Born Sons The Village Idiot: The House Band The Bronze Boar: Stonehouse

SAT, nov 29 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Ye Olde Cock nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Bull: Dave Carpenter and the Jaeglers Frankies Inner City: Tropidelic

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Firepit Grille: Common Creed The Distillery: Zach Attack Ye Olde Durty Bird: Jack & The Bear Majestic Oak Winery: Free Wild Chateau Tebeau Winery: Barile & May Hollywood Casino: Nine Lives The Blarney: Caveman and The Dinosaurs The Bronze Boar: Thirsty Houligans Tres Belle: East River Drive Table Forty 4: Jean Ra Ties

Classical & Spiritual

Toledo Museum of Art: Christmas at the Peristyle

Country & Bluegrass Rock N Whiskey Saloon: 427

SUN, nov 30 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop Frankies Inner City: ABK

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Majestic Oak Winery: Kerry Patrick Clark Ye Olde Durty Bird: Bradley McNett

MON, Dec 1 Rock, Pop, Hip-Hop

Stranahan Theater: The Oak Ridge Boys

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

The Bronze Boar: Steve Finelli and Oliver Roses Village Idiot: Frankie May and Friends

Other

The Local: Open Mic

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic

Rock N Whiskey Saloon: 427 Rockyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s: Andrew Ellis Bar 145: The Bridges Martini and Nuzzis: Distant Cousinz Sodbusters: Twin Pfunk Chateau Tebeau Winery: Tom Turner Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Bobby May & John Barile followed by Zodiac Click Doc Watsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s: The Berlin Brothers Tres Belle: Dave Carpenter Table Forty 4: Jeff Stewart and the 25â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

TUE, Dec 2 Jazz, Blues, R&B

Trotterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tavern: Jeff McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Big Band All-Stars DĂŠgagĂŠ Jazz Cafe: Gene Parker

Acoustic, Folk, Ethnic Ye Olde Cock n Bull: Elixer

Other

Laffs Inc.: Jam Session Tuesdays The Barn: Open Mic Night

52

November 05 â&#x20AC;˘ November 18

www.toledocitypaper.com

Time travel

Relive traditions as you travel back in time to experience Christmas as it was celebrated a century ago. A tour guide will escort visitors through the village’s landmarks. As guests stroll the grounds, they will encounter several historical characters, including a dentist (who is also the town barber), a metalsmith and teachers inside a schoolhouse. Registration and preVia Facebook payment required. Tours last roughly 90 minutes and will be repeated every half hour. 4-8:30pm on Fridays and Saturdays, November 29-December 13. Members: $10/adults, $6/children ages 3+; Nonmembers: $12/adults, $7/children ages 3+. Sauder Village, 22611 Ohio Route 2, Archbold. 419-446-2541. saudervillage.org —TN

VOTE US FOR BEST DENTIST!

Night lights Saturday, 11.29 / Uptown Maumee

Begin your holidays with a beautiful light parade through Uptown Maumee. Watch more than fifty lighted floats, sponsored by local companies, on W. Wayne Street, ending at the Maumee Indoor Theater.

Little boys and girls can visit with Santa at the theater after the parade. This year storefronts compete in a decorating contest. 5:30pm Saturday, November 29. Uptown Maumee. maumeeuptown.com — MLR

Wednesday, 11.19 [miscellaneous]

EPIC Toledo Lunch ’n Leads - Broaden your business network and make contacts with entrepreneurs and professionals from a variety of industries. Each event will feature a special presentation. 11:45am. Poco Piatti, 3155 Chappel Dr., Perrysburg. epictoledo.com

[education]

Special Presentation: New Research at Fort Meigs - Join Bowling Green State University professor, Dr. Larry Nelson, as he shares history from our region about the War of 1812. This program is a 3-part series and is open to the public.

7pm. Heatherdowns Branch, 3265 Glanzman Rd. 419-259-5270. toledolibrary.org. Free

[sports]

Toledo Walleye VS. Fort Wayne Comets – Catch the Walleye in action as they take on the Fort Wayne Comets for School Appreciation Day. 10:30am. Prices vary. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. toledowalleye.com

Thursday, 11.20 [benefit]

Annual Tailgate Party & Corn Hole Tournament - In celebration of National Epilepsy Awareness Month, help raise public awareness about epilepsy, seizure recognition and first aid with a silent auction, musical entertainment and dinner. Registration required. 6-10pm. $35. Hilton Garden Inn, 6165 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-867-5950. epicepsycenter.org

[education]

Public Lecture Series: Dr. David Jude - Dr. Jude, University of Michigan School of Natural Resources and Environment Research Scientist, will discuss invasion history and the impacts on native species in the Great Lakes. 7pm. The University of Toledo Lake Erie Center Room 155, 6200 Bayshore Rd., Oregon. 419-530-8360. utoledo.edu/nsm/lec

Free

continued on pg 54

www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

53

road trip Martin Scorsese Presents: Masterpieces of Polish Cinema Through December 18 / Detroit Institute of Arts

Curated by the filmmaker extraordinaire Martin Scorsese, this nine-film event features highlighted selections from a collection of films organized by Scorsese’s non-profit organization, The Film Foundation. The complete series includes digitally restored motion pictures, spanning from 1957-1987, by some of Poland’s most notable filmmakers. 7pm & 10pm November 28; 2pm, 4:30pm & 7pm Saturday, November 29; 1pm, 4:30pm & 7pm Sunday, November 30; 7pm Thursday, December 18. $8.50/GA, $6.50/members, student and seniors. Detroit Institute of Arts, 5200 Woodward Ave., Detroit.

313-833-7900. dia.org — ­ MLR

continued from p. 53

Friday, 11.21 [miscellaneous]

12th Annual Stuff the Truck Event - Join Churchill’s Market and 93.5 FM to help bring holiday cheer to those in need by filling a large truck full with holiday items or food. 6am-6pm. Walt Churchill’s Market, 3320 Briarfield Blvd. & 26625 N. Dixie Hwy., Maumee & Perrysburg. 419-244-6996.

935wrqn.com Free

[benefit]

23rd Annual Wine Affair for the Kidney Foundation of Northwest Ohio - Help raise much needed funds for those battling kidney disease while enjoying fine wine, appetizers, auctions and great musical entertainment. 6:30pm. $90.

Parkway Place, 2592 Parkway Plaza, Maumee.

419-329-22196. kfnwo.org

[education]

Karl Barth “Worshiping God, Opposing Hitler” - This lecture will examine major themes from Swiss pastor and professor Karl Barth’s (1886-1968) doctrine of God, which enabled him to mount an early and consistent criticism of Adolf Hitler and his Nazi ideology.

5:30pm. $10/pre-registration, $15/at door. Lourdes University Franciscan Center Rooms A & B, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania. 419-824-3515. sylvaniafranciscanvillage.org Humanities Happy Hour: Philosophy - Join Dr. Madeline M. Muntersbjorn and Dr. John Sarnecki, associate professors of Philosophy, for an evening of intellectual Q&A, food and a cash bar. 5-8pm.

University of Toledo Libbey Hall, 2801 W. Bancroft St. 419-530-4407. utoledo.edu Free

[comedy]

Christina Pazsitzky - Popular for her contribution as a writer for the E! show Chelsea Lately, Christina pushes the boundaries and stereotypes of being a female comedian. Ages 21+. Through November 23. 8pm & 10:30pm Friday; 7pm & 10pm Saturday; 7pm Sunday. $12. Funny Bone Comedy Club, 6140 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-3474. toledo.comedyreservations.com Adam Hunter Uncensored - One of L.A.’s most popular stand-up comics, Hunter’s impressive resume features appearances on MTV, VH1, and CBS. Ages 18+. Also on November 22. 8pm & 10:30pm. $15. Laffs Inc Comedy Club, 3922 Secor Rd. 419-214-0700. laffsinc.com

Saturday, 11.22 [miscellaneous]

Levis Commons Tree Lighting Ceremony & Carriage Rides - Ring in the holiday season with live music, the arrival of Santa, horse-drawn carriage rides (at 5pm until December 27 and cost $5/ person, $10/family) and the lighting of the 50-foot tree. You can also share the holiday spirit with a

54

November 19 • December 02

local child in need by donating a new, unwrapped toy until December 17 to benefit Lucas County Children Services. Tree Lighting Ceremony is from 6-8pm on November 22. Levis Commons, 3201 Levis Commons Blvd., Perrysburg. 419-931-8888. shopleviscommons.com Free

[sports]

4th Annual Battle of the Badges: Toledo Fire vs. Toledo Police - Watch as two of city’s most notable departments face off in the ultimate hockey game of the year. A percentage of ticket sale proceeds to benefit local charities. 3:30pm. $13, tickets grant access to both the Battle of the Badges and the Walleye home game at 7:15pm.

Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. toledowalleye.com

Friday, 11.28 [comedy]

Floyd J. Phillips - Phillips’ tough background gives him the courage to talk about topics other comedians avoid. Ages 18+. Also on November 29.

8pm & 10:30pm. $15. Laffs Inc Comedy Club, 3922 Secor Rd. 419-214-0700. laffsinc.com

[sports]

Toledo Walleye VS. Orlando Solar Bears – Watch as the Walleye take on the Solar Bears.

7:15pm. Ticket prices vary. Huntington Center, 500 Jefferson Ave. 419-255-3300. toledowalleye.com

Saturday, 11.29 [miscellaneous]

Toledo Business Masterminds Meetup Discuss all things business and network with other savvy creatives. Saturday mornings. 10:30am.

Biggby Coffee, 3160 Markway Rd. meetup.com/ Toledo-Biz-Masterminds/about Free Frostbitten - This fantastic performance will feature artists from the CAC studio like the Bird’s Eye View Circus Space, Children’s Theatre Workshop and T-Town Tassels. Proceeds benefit the Collingwood Arts Center. For ages 10+. 7pm.

Advance: $9/single or $15/pair, $5/ages 12 and under; At the door, $12/adults, $7/ages 12 and under.

Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Blvd.

419-244-2787. frostbitten.brownpapertickets.com

[benefit]

Save Tiger Ridge Benefit - Help raise muchneeded funds to support the lives of exotic animals at Tiger Ridge through silent auctions, 50/50 raffles and music. Noon-6pm. $8/adults, $4/child. Glass City Boardwalk, 27820 10, Walbridge. tigerridgecats.com

Sunday, 11.30 [miscellaneous]

Home for the Holidays Parade & Tree Lighting Join in or watch as the parade marches down Louisiana Avenue, leading up to a beautiful community tree lighting ceremony. 4pm. Downtown Perrysburg. 419-872-6246. downtownperrysburg.org

www.toledocitypaper.com

PLAY BOOK

Jay Wyche, Gunnar Mossblad, Tad Weed, Olman Piedra, Ruth Nichols and Mike Cantufio

Mondays at Crystals

Toledo’s jazz night inspires students and the community

by Dorian Slaybod Crystal’s Lounge is tucked far from the main road and down a ramp from the entrance to the Ramada Inn, at 3536 Secor Road. Numbered tables and a hexagonal enclosed bar with hanging martini glasses fill the room, with mirrored walls and wine-colored couches. In a far corner sits a small stage. It is there, on each Monday of the fall and spring semesters, over the past four years, that the University of Toledo has hosted its Crosscurrents Jazz Night.

A night for students

Professor Gunnar Mossblad is the director of Jazz Studies at the University of Toledo. Jazz has taken him all over the world, and earned him a Grammy nomination. As soon as Mossblad came to Toledo, 14 years ago, he set up a performance night for his students. It was first held at Murphy’s Place, a former jazz bar downtown, and now, the weekly event, is held at Crystal’s. “There aren’t a lot of programs like this,” said John Garner, who took a jazz class at the University of Toledo ten years ago, and has been coming to watch jazz night ever since.

The jazz department has six full-time faculty and around 40 students majoring in jazz performance. Each fall, when the

jazz nights begin again, new freshman are woven into the fold. “The value is for the students to have a professional opportunity,” said Mossblad.

Each Monday offers three performances. The first is a session of original materials and jazz standards performed by the faculty. “Club performance is different than formal performance . . . It has a different energy,” said Dr. Olman Piedra, who teaches Latin Jazz. Students get to see their professors just playing, not teaching; using their decades of experience for fun. “I hope they get inspired,” said Piedra.

Then students take the stage. The second performance features a different student group each week. Professor Piedra stayed on stage while his students joined him to perform in the Latin Jazz Orchestra. “Playing is like having a conversation,” said Piedra. Students learn a core set of musical phrases that they can utilize in the future. At one point during the Latin Jazz performance, all of the instruments fell out except for Dr. Piedra and a student, each hand-hitting drums.

They each played off of the other, with the rhythms pulsing and pushing. They knew what the other person was saying, excited to see where the conversation might go.

A lifelong conversation

Jazz is largely improvisational, filled with shifting melodies and harmonies.

The same song may sound slightly different depending on the night and on who is performing. “It’s hard to catch it all right away,” said Mike Cantufio, a graduate assistant in the jazz department. Cantufio grew up in Chicago, and decided to attend the University of Toledo after visiting one of these Monday jazz sessions. Cantufio is a guitar player. He originally played in rock bands until he noticed how deep jazz music can go. “Things unfold . . . you gotta’ really dig in,” said Cantufio.

“For me, jazz is just life,” said Travis Aukerman, a senior who is focusing on jazz percussion. “I’m surrounding myself with jazz music and jazz musicians all the time,” said Aukerman. Estar Cohen,

another senior majoring in vocal performance, told me that her schooling has been about more than education. “It’s about experience, about learning to be in the moment . . . It’s a very fulfilling degree,” said Cohen.

The night’s final act is a student jam session. It was now close to 10pm. The hotel staff began to clean up tables. One student in large-framed glasses and a Bill Cosby sweater pulled out his saxophone and took the stage, already crowded with nervous underclassmen. The time came for his solo, and he killed it. His fingers seemed to press each key almost before he finished the last, pushing blue notes throughout Crystal’s. When he finished, he looked up at his friends and professors in the crowd, and smiled.

eet us @TCPaper Got a comment? Tw

Dorian Slaybod is an attorney happily living in Toledo.

TOLEDOFARMERSMARKET.COM • WINTER HOURS: 9AM-1PM www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

55

$CAR LOT

��TenSPOT

Pre-turkey workout

Feel free to get second helpings this year! It’s Yoga Toledo will offer a 90-minute, Rocket Astanga Vinyasa class that will take away any guilty feelings. 9-10:30am on Thursday, November 27. 4324 W. Central Ave. 419-531-0006, itsyogatoledo.com.

Call to Place your $10 Car ad here! 419.244.9859

Sports injury salvation

Injuries are a part of the game for both practiced athletes and weekend warriors. That’s why Mercy Sports Medicine offers a free sports injury clinic for all athletes, from high school, college, hobbyists or club sports participants. Need an evaluation? All of the test results from the clinic are reviewed by a sports medicine doctor, and a specific, customized care plan is designed for each patient. 7am Saturdays through November. Mercy St. Anne Hospital, 3404 W. Sylvania Ave., 1st Fl. 419-407-2663. mercyweb.org Free —MK

1990 T-Bird. Excellent Shape. 80k miles.

Call 419-826-9431

health and wellness events Monday, 11.24

Friday, 11.28

Ask the Doc - Dr. Jake Heiney, Orthopedic Surgeon, will answer questions regarding a variety of injuries, pain and even diabetes. 7-8am.

Central Park West, 3130 Central Park West Dr., Suite A. 419-841-9622. cpwhc.com Free

Body ‘n Soul Wellness Expo - This three-day vendor fair will feature alternative wellness and healing practices with a variety of products from vitamin supplements to organic foods and ecofriendly household items. Through November 30.

10am-9pm. Gibraltar Trade Center, 237 N. River Rd., Mt. Clemens. gibraltartrade.com/ wellnessexpo. Free

Tuesday, 11.25 Make Your Own Analgestic - Learn to make an herbal-based healing remedy that can treat everything from cuts to bruises. 6:30-8pm. $25.

New Beginnings Healing Center, 202 N. McCord.

419-343-5232. NBHCToledo.com

2002 Silver Hyundai ElantraOriginal owner, great runner, clean. 133k miles. Blue books for $3700 selling for only $3000. Call 419-309-3444

1988 Fiero Formula V6 Auto 78,300 miles. New tires! $1500 firm 419-825-3798

2002 Ford Taurus SES- Good condition, many new parts with receipts available. Daily driver. 115k miles $3200 419-932-5311

2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue- 3.5 liter V-6. Maroon/Grey leathers 142k miles. Priced to go! $2650 419-3093444

JAM SECTION MUSICIANS SEEKING

The right band at the right price.

The Rolling Thunder 50’s & 60’s band. Perfect for your special occasion or holiday party. Call Sam 419-345-8295

Drummer/Singer

looking for people to form a 50’s style Doo-wop group. Must play instruments. Must know what Doo-wop music is. Call Jr. 419-322-4686 or 419-322-2605 Vocalist looking for working band or to start a band. Has P.A. or other equipment available. Call Felix 567-395-4793

Ads For Local Artists are Free!

Ads run for 2 issues and must be renewed after the two issues.

You must be: advertising for band members or selling instruments under $200 or just looking to jam.

Business related ads run for $20.

Limit 20 words per ad; 40 cents per additional word.

Classic Rock Band available to play clubs and bars. steelwyndband@gmail.com

Drummer Looking for Band Call 419-691-2820. Please leave name and # if unavailable.

Producer seeking drummer for electro-jam project. Call/Text: 419-377-0759 Judge Knot 3pc. band looking to play for special events, restaurants or lounges. 419-779-4532 Skeleton Crue

Now Auditioning Serious Rhythm Guitarists No big hot shot egos. Call ASAP 419-297-2928 or 419-283-9235 find us on Myspace.com/Skeletoncrue or on facebook!

Skeleton Crue

Now Auditioning Drummers.

No big hot shot egos. Call ASAP 419-297-2928 or 419-283-9235 find us on Myspace.com/Skeletoncrue or on facebook!

Call 419-244-9859 to post your ad!

My one reason?

It saves lives.

EverDry is currently seeking high energy Marketing associates to staff various trade show events. We are expanding rapidly and are in need of several new associates to fill these positions. The ideal candidate should have the desire to work with the public.

You only need one reason to donate plasma.

Having your own transportation and a clean driving record a MUST!

New Donor Special: $75 for TWO Donations

s "RING IN THIS !D FOR AN %XTRA WITH &IRST $ONATION s Valid through 12/31/14

Flexible hours -- hourly wage, weekly and monthly bonuses, and travel reimbursement. No Selling Involved.

Be a part of a 28+ year company that is a member in good standing of the BBB.

-ONDAY THRU &RIDAY AM PM 3ATURDAY AND 3UNDAY AM PM YOUR AD COULD BE HERE! CALL Catherine at 419.244.9859

In addition to meeting the donation criteria, you must provide a valid photo I.D., proof of your current address l Security and or your immigration Socia card to donate. Must be 18 years of age or older to donate.

56

November 19 • December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

Free Classifieds:

Individuals may receive one free 20-word ad per issue (products offered in ads must sell for under $75). Each additional word 40 cents, payment must accompany ad.

Free ads run 1 issue and are reserved for private-parties use, noncommercial concerns and free services.

Line Classifieds: Only

$20 per issue for 20 words or less. Each additional word is 40 cents each and any artwork is $5 extra.

ten spot car lot: Only $10 for 20 word or less that WILL RUN UNTIL CAR SELLS. Each additional word is 40 cents and any artwork is $5 extra. __________________________

Deadlines: Ad copy must

be received by NOON on the Friday prior to publication.

Phone: EMail:

LILLY ANN: 2 yr. old, blck/wht, female

classifieds@adamsstreetpublishing.com

Refunds: Sorry, NO REFUNDS given.

Misprints: Credit toward future ads.

_________________________

WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT PUBLISHING?

Celebrate Recovery

help wanted __________________________

The place to find all your pet needs Call 419-244-9859 to advertise your pets and services for as little as $25 per issue

419-244-9859

events __________________________

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ centered Recovery program for anyone with hurts, habits and hang-ups Every Tuesday 7 to 8pm North Point Community Center 3708 W. Laskey Rd Toledo, OH 43623 The first Tuesday of every month we join together for a meal at 6:30 with the meeting to follow at 7pm child care available for meetings. We stamp for those who are required to attend. __________________________

Pet page

Payment: Payment must be received before an ad can be placed. We accept checks, cash, money orders and credit cards (Visa/Mastercard/American Express).

7ZWci Ijh[[j FkXb_i^_d] _i ^_h_d] \h[[bWdY[ mh_j[hi WdZ iWb[i _dj[hdi ?\ _dj[h[ij[Z" fb[Wi[ i[dZ oekh h[ikc[ WdZ ( iWcfb[i e\ meha je [Z_jeh6WZWciijh[[jfkXb_i^_d]$Yec _________________________

PER DIEM

Nurse StafďŹ ng & Home Care

We are looking for EXPERIENCED STNAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and HHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in the Toledo area.

PLEASE CALL 419-878-8880 POP Grille, World Cuisine with an Asian Fusion NOW HIRING ALL POSITIONS EXCEPT MANAGEMENT APPLY IN PERSON AT: 3309 N HOLLAND SYLVANIA RD OR CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: PARTYONTHEPALATE.COM LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! QUESTIONS CALL 419.517.5310 _________________________

Services

__________________________

P! STO

for sale _________________________

Ladies 14k white gold ring. Spiral cut .5 carat diamond cluster.

419-699-3398 __________________________

DELL LAPTOP Computer.

Extremely fast, professional grade model. Excellent condition. Windows 7, Premium software bundle. Perfect for home, school or business. Six month warranty. $399. 717-653-6314 _________________________ Safe Step Walk-In Tub Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved

by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less Than 4 Inch Step-In. Wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors.

American Made. Installation Included. Call 1-800-906-3115 for $750 Off _________________________

miscellaneous _________________________ DISH TV Starting at $19.99/month (for 12 mos.) SAVE! Regular Price $32.99 Ask About FREE SAME DAY Installation! CALL Now! 877-451-6721 __________________________ MEDICAL/HEALTH _________________________ VIAGRA 100MG, 40pills+/4 free, only $99.00. Save Big Now, Discreet shipping.

100% guaranteed. FREE Shipping! 24/7 CALL NOW! 1-800-290-2142 Must Center in the Pittsburgh Pennysaver

ARE YOU PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE WRONG HEALTH INSURANCE? ON EXCHANGE?? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; OFF EXCHANGE??

DEDUCTIBLES TOO HIGH? SUBSIDY?? NO SUBSIDY??

CALL NOW 877-627-1790 Harmony Health Insurance Resources Serving the Toledo area for over 26 years Representing United Healthcare, Humana, Aetna, CIGNA, Assurant, Coventry, Blue Cross of OH and MI, and many other companies

SPECIAL:

DOWNTOWN ANN ARBOR s (OT TOWEL (OT 3TONE -ASSAGE HR s 0OSTPARTUM BIRTH BODY WORK s 0AIN REMOVAL FOR CAR ACCIDENT VICTIMS

CALL SHERREL AT

734-239-3344

www.toledocitypaper.com

_________________________ Inexpensive assistance with bankruptcy, no fault

divorce and more by certified paralegal and notary public. â&#x20AC;&#x2039;platoniclegalforms@ gmail.com __________________________ Attention Home Schoolers, Teachers and Moms!

Check out www.crazyGREENfun.com for FREE GREEN print outs and programs!

automotive _________________________

I was living around a greenhouse, but they decided they werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t going to feed me anymore. A nice lady came in to buy flowers, saw me and made arrangements to bring me to PAWS. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a chatty little girl with a soft, beautiful coat, who loves to tell you about her day. But what I love most is being petted & curling up on your lap. Could I curl up with you and tell you my stories?

GIDGET: 7 mo. old, brown tabby, female

Need Car Insurance Now?

I was caught outside (along with my siblings) by a nice man who set us up in his garage till PAWS had room to take us in. We were very scared, and it took a lot of love and patience to get us were we are now.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m a good kitten that loves to be petted.

I just need to be reassured sometimes that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m in a safe place. And once Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m used to you, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m totally in love. Do you have room in your heart for a quiet kitten like me?

Lowest Down Payment - Canceled? State Letter?

Accidents? Tickets? DUI? Instant Coverage!

INSUREDIRECT.COM Toll-Free 888-800-2312 _________________________

MEDICAL/

HEALTH _________________________ Canada Drug Center is your choice for safe and affordable medications. Our licensed Canadian mail order pharmacy will provide you with savings of up to 90 percent on all your medication needs. Call today 1-800-2544073, for $10.00 off your first prescription and free shipping. _________________________ education _________________________

The path to your dream job begins with a college degree. Education Quarters offers a free

college matching service. CALL 1-800-375-6219 __________________________

Announcements __________________________ Northwest Ohio Dance Club - Toledoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Premier Dance Com-

munity. Singles and Couples welcome.

For info visit: www.northwestohiodanceclub.com __________________________ SUPPORT our service members, veterans and their families in their time of need. For more information visit the Fisher House website at www.fisherhouse.org __________________________ Escape Your Job Without Risk. Start an online business based

on your interests. FREE guide and video www.RonsFreeGuide.com _________________________ All Things Basementy!

Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs Waterproofing?

Finishing? Structural Repairs? Humidity and Mold Control FREE ESTIMATES! Call 1-866-589-0174 _________________________ Medical Guardian - Top-rated medical alarm and 24/7 medical alert monitoring. For a limited time, get free equipment, no activation fees, no commitment, a 2nd waterproof alert button for free and more - only $29.95 per month.

800-279-4103 _________________________ Acorn Stairlifts. The AFFORDABLE solution to your stairs! **Limited time -$250 Off Your Stairlift Purchase!** Buy Direct & SAVE. Please call 1-800-410-7127 for FREE DVD and brochure. _________________________

LOTS & ACREAGE _________________________

ABANDONED FARMLAND! 5

GYPSY: 7 mo. old, cream/wht., female

Mom was a stray, and when I was old enough I came to PAWS. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m SO lovable, but often get passed by, as my funny eye makes me look a bit different (I like to sayâ&#x20AC;&#x153;uniqueâ&#x20AC;?). Doctors looked me over, & say itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something that wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t affect how happy I can be. I love to be carried around...anything to be close to you. Wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you take me home & show me that different can be BETTER??

Do you have a little time to help the kitties? We need volunteers to help socialize...to help clean...to help with fundraisers...and to help foster. Let us know how youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to help & weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find a spot for you!

Paws and Whiskers

32 Hillwyck Dr., Toledo â&#x20AC;˘ Mon-Thr 12 pm-7 pm, Fri-Sun 12 pm-4 pm 419-536-1914 â&#x20AC;˘ pawsandwhiskers.org The areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only all-feline, no-kill shelter, helping our feline friends since 1996.

_________________________

SAles _________________________

WE HAVE

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

/P &YQFSJFODF /FFEFE r 'VMM 5SBJOJOH QSPWJEFE -PPLJOH GPS .PUJWBUFE *OEJWJEVBMT UP 4UBSU *NNFEJBUFMZ '5 8PSL "WBJMBCMF

CALL: 419-469-5935

_________________________

Wanted to Buy _________________________

CASH for sealed, unexpired

DIABETIC TEST STRIPS/STOP SMOKING PRODUCTS! Free Shipping, 24hr Payments!

Call 1-877-588-8500, Espanol Available www.

TestStripSearch.com.

__________________________

AUTOS WANTED _________________________

CASH FOR CARS: Cars/Trucks Wanted!

Running or Not! We Come To You! Any Make/ Model. Instant Offer - Call: 1-800-569-0003

acres - $12,900. Adj to State Land! Southwest valley views, meadows, twn rd! E. Finger Lakes!

Rare Deal! EZ terms! 888-431-7214. NewYorkLandandLakes.com _________________________ BANK REPOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;D LAND! 5 acres $10,900! Great view, woods, fields, utils, yr round rd! Just off the NY State Thruway! Clear title, 100% Gâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;teed! Terms avail! Call 888-738-6994 NOW! _________________________ CATSKILLS FARM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; SHORT SALE! 58 acres - $95,000. Mtn views, woods, Spring, twn rd, utils, survey, Gâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;teed buildable! Priced 60% below Market! Terms! Hurry! 888-479-7997 NewYorkLandandLakes.com _________________________

November 19 â&#x20AC;˘ December 02

57

ARIES (March 21-April 19) You are

LIBRA (September 23-October 22) On

packed and ready to go on the 21st and 22nd. If all goes according to plan you have a fabulous trip to be with family and friends for Thanksgiving. If all goes well, you may not return until the 30th, totally refreshed.

the 22nd you are bombarded with questions.

Be diplomatic as you reply. Young people surround you on Thanksgiving Day. When you shop Black Friday, be sure to save receipts as you are so apt to change your mind.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You are so excited about the holidays, particularly about the food! From the 22nd through the 27th you are involved with grocery shopping and dinner preparation wherever you are. You love bargains and shop Black Friday.

On the 20th and 21st figure out how to schedule football and brief trips starting the 22nd. Entertain on Thanksgiving or go somewhere close to home. Eat leftovers and watch TV the day after. Your team wins the 29th.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Starting the 22nd your partner takes over and you can play “Follow the Leader.” You are with friends and family on Thanksgiving Day. Get up early to start Christmas shopping Black Friday. You already know “who gets what.”

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Some work shows up the 23rd and 24th. You enjoy entertaining on Thanksgiving Day. Cooking starts the 26th and guests arrive the 27th. The day is perfect. Then enjoy leftovers and watching football on the 28th and 29th.

LEO (July 23-August 22) The cosmic

SCORPIO (October 23-November 21)

SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 20) You are in demand for the holiday

because you are a delightful host and fabulous cook. Your birthday season starts the 22nd. Don’t go far on Thanksgiving—you make it special just by being you. Shop on Black Friday.

CAPRICORN (December 21-January 19) You are busy shopping, making reserva-

tions, contacting helpers and guests. You host the traditional dinner for family and friends.

No rest for you until the 28th when you spend the weekend at a resort or spa.

AQUARIUS (January 20-February 18)

activity is in your “house of creativity.” Help serve dinner on Thanksgiving Day, even cleaning up afterwards. You shop on Black Friday and “Go Bucks” or “Go Blue” on the 30th. Balance your checkbook December 1st.

You assist at the local food bank to prepare and serve meals beginning the 23rd. You are entertained on Thanksgiving and enjoy football. Shop on Black Friday. Then keep your feet up until December 1st.

VIRGO (August 23-September 22) Look at your budget the 19th. Shop the 22nd and 23rd because the big dinner may be at your place. Healthy choices are so important to you. You have no energy to shop on Friday but are ready to entertain again the 30th.

PISCES (February 19-March 20) Getting ready for Thanksgiving is fun. You may leave the 21st and return the 30th. If not, help prepare dinner the 26th and enjoy it the 27th with family and friends. Starting the 29th you are immersed in Christmas plans.

Sue Lovett is available for personal astrology readings and private parties.

Visit her on the Web at www.suelovett.com or call her at 419-474-6399.

CELEBRITY SAGITTARIANS Sagittarius is the

most creative sign of the zodiac. They are also totally honest – if you want to know how you REALLY look, ask a Sagittarius. Celebrating are Robin Roberts, Taylor Swift and Pope Francis. Locally, Astrologer Janet of Channel 13 light candles.

Amid and Lee Conklin

need answers? get 'em @ toledocitypaper.com

What a delightful two weeks for all! The sun and Mercury move into the sign of Sagittarius; there is a new moon; enjoy Thanksgiving and Black Friday, and watch the Ohio StateMichigan game. — BY SUE LOVETT

BEHIND THE MUSIC

1

2

3

4

13

6

7

8

9

14

Across 16 1. Rossignol equip19 20 ment 5. Sandwich alterna22 23 tive 9. Whaler’s direction 26 13. Diminish 14. Like U2 28 15. Parks on a bus 16. Dreamworks film 34 about insects 17. “Anaconda” rapper 37 38 19. Sandwich order 20. Operating room?

40 21. Individually 22. “All About That 42 Bass” singer 26. Put pen to paper 46 27. Indie ___ (rock snob’s edge) 49 28. Rings 29. Jack of kiddie’s 53 rhymes 31. Sailor 56 34. Nobel Peace Center capital city 35. “Fat Bottomed Girls” band 36. Flash alternative 37. “___ kind of a funny story” 38. Some special teams plays 39. Man with a van, likely 40. Phlebotomist’s target 41. Boardroom pointer 42. “Bootylicious” singers 46. Comic Maron with the “WTF” podcast 47. “I heard that one already” 48. Sailor 49. “Baby Got Back” rapper 52. Casino game 53. Wine region 54. Has down cold 55. Toaster brand 56. Joseph McCarthy’s henchman Roy 57. One of Kraftwerk?

58. Season whose shopping time seems to start before Halloween Down 1. Bunch of bees 2. Yeezy 3. Calculus subject 4. “Oh really? ___ who?”

5. Watch spot 6. Potato preparing device 7. Do some posing?

8. Fraternity letter 9. Camera setting

5

10

11

12

31

32

33

15

17

18 21 24

25

27 29

30

35

36 39 41 43

44

45

47 50

48

51

52

54

55

57

58

10. High card 11. Rush order?

12. Rule opposed by Gandhi 14. Absurd 18. “Olympia” painter 20. Plum loco 23. Seat of Hawaii County 24. Building units?

25. Qom home 28. Luau staple 29. Certain Muslim 30. Litter box user 31. Tried 32. Supersized 33. Manhattan location?

35. Call it a day 36. Actor Brolin 38. “Raging Bull” star 39. Flying rate 40. Pest control target 41. Tests with logic questions 42. ___ Maul (sci-fi villain) 43. Hose material 44. Cries of pain 45. Bib covering?

46. Dim sum soup 49. Egg holder 50. Speedy Jaguar 51. Alex and ___ (jewelers) 52. Quagmire

• Fresh Roasted • Ethically Sourced Coffee & Chocolate

• Delicious

Holiday Loop November 22nd, 3 - 8pm

Official coffee of

MON-FRI: 7-10AM SAT: 8AM-2PM AT FARMERS’ MARKET SUN: CLOSED 436 13th St. Uptown Toledo | 419.244.6100 | flyingrhinocoffee.com

58

November 19 • December 02

www.toledocitypaper.com

©2014 By Brendan Emmett Quigley (www.brendanemmettquigley.com)

November 19 - December 02

STYLE SENSE

photos by Christine Senack

Interview by Jordan Killam

Jesse Heider

Border battles

Sales Associate at Anthropologie, Ann Arbor

Jesse lives in Old Orchard, but regularly commutes to Ann Arbor to work at Anthropologie. It’s a store that features a collection of whimsical, romantic looks in addition to unique home decor items. She bends the rules of “boho” style, pairing softer-looking pieces with tough-girl extras.

The major fundraiser for Boys & Girls’ Club of Toledo brought Michigan and OSU fans together under one roof.

Define your personal style.

(L to R): Cathy and Brandon Ruiz with Kari and Chad King

My style is definitely influenced by Anthropologie and Free People, but I like to throw in pieces that tilt the balance of the “boho” look. I appreciate bold statement jewelry that harshens the soft lines of a drapey top, and I will never take off my favorite pair of worn leather riding boots.

What makes an item of clothing or accessory a good investment ?

If it’s a garment or accessory that will immediately draw the eye, it is worth the investment! I believe in purchasing a few great quality items per season that can transition well between outfits and moods.

You make really cool jewelry that is often for sale during festivals and Maker’s Mart events (the next one occurs November 22nd, see p.

49) called ‘Tiny Terras.’ What’s the inspiration behind this line of baubles?

Ed Grames and Wendy Perry

(L to R): John Hoffman and Michelle Rumans with Fred and Linda Arent

I have a really strange attraction to miniatures. One day I took components of one of my terrariums and shrunk it down to pendant size. I love the simplicity of the glass vials. The hinged-frame pieces paired with preserved natural botanicals give the rustic concept a modern twist.

Who are your fashion icons—past and present? Real or fictitious?

Sienna Miller has always been an inspiration for my wardrobe and hair.

She tends to wear mostly muted tones with saturated color thrown in through accessorizing. And you rarely ever see her when she is not wearing a pair of incredible boots!

Meatloaf party The Paula Brown Shop hosted a party with author and baker Cynthia Kallile, owner of the Meatloaf Bakery in Chicago. A former Toledoan, Kallile was available for book signings.

Paula Brown, left, and Cynthia Kallile of The Meatloaf Bakery.

Diamonds and denim A new casual party, Diamonds and Denim gave guests the opportunity to enjoy music, dancing, silent and live auctions, grazing dinner and dessert. The guild raises money to support the programs of the Toledo Opera.

(L to R): Paula Hudson, Alicia Lawson and Arlinda Williams

www.toledocitypaper.com

November 19 • December 02

59